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BOARD OF MANAGERS 



ALBERT G. BROWNE, President. 

THOMAS NICHOLS, Jr., Vice President. 

JOHN CHAPMAN, Treasurer. 

ELEAZER M. DALTON, Secretary. 



WILLIAM SUTTON, 
JOHN HUSE, 
ALVA KENDALL, 
JOSEPH CHISHOLM, 
ABRAHAM TOWLE, 
BENJAMIN CUTTS, 
STRATTON W. ROBERTSON, 



EDMUND CURRIER, 
AMOS P. DAY, 
BENJAMIN EDWARDS, 
STEPHEN WHITMORE, Jr., 
DANIEL POTTER, 
GEORGE L. NEWCOMB, 
EBEN. K. LAKEMAN. 



NATHANIEL VERY, Jr., Supmntendeni. 



COiNT£i\TS. 



Report of the Managers, ill 

Circular of th£ Board of Managers, ix 

JStandino Committees, and their duties, xii 

Instructions to the Judgics, ....... xin 

Reports of the Judges. 

New Inventions, Machinery, Optical and Philosophical Instiu- 

menls, .......... t 

Fine Arts, 8 

Printing, Book-Binding, &c., 11 

Agricultural Implements, 13 

Hardware, Iron and Brass Castings, and Cutlery, ... 15 

vStoves, Grates, Ranges, and Furnaces, .... 17 

Boots, Shoes, and Leather, ....... 19 

Blocks, Pumps, Cordage, Coopers "Work, and Ship Models, . 23 

Musical Instruments, and Bells, 25 

Silk, Cotton, and Woolen Goods, ...... 27 

Cabinet Furniture, Upholstery, &c. . . . . • 30 

Carriages, Harnesses, &c., 33 

Jewelry, Fancy Goods, Lamps and Girandoles, ... 34 

Hats, Caps, and Furs, 39 

Ready-Made Clothing, 43 

Surgical and Dental Instruments, and Dentistry, ... 44 

Worsted Work, Embroidery, Millinery, and Bead Work, . 45 

Miscellaneous Articles, 6.*? 



REPOET OF THE MANAGERS. 



For some time past it has been a subject of earnest solicitude 
and thought, among many friends of the Salem Charitablk 
Mechanic Association, what course to pursue, to infuse into its 
members renewed interest in tlie objects for which the Association 
was estabhshed; and also, to present to the Mechanics of Salem 
and vicinity, w^ho were not members, the claims it has on them 
for encouragement and support. AVe, who are familiar with its 
principles and practice, need not be told that the views of its 
founders have been substantially carried out. One of our funda- 
mental principles is Charity. We recognize the divine truth that 
we are "children of a common father," brethren all. Without 
being obtrusive, or making an ostentatious display, we would 
state, that no member who has needed assistance, has been 
overlooked or neglected. Pecuniary aid has been freely and 
cheerfully rendered, not as a gift, grudgingly bestowed, but as a 
rights which each individual member may command] accom- 
panied also, as it ever has been, by the voice of kindness and 
sympathy. We deem it fit and proper to make this statement, in 
order to correct erroneous impressions which have prevailed, that 
ours was not what it purported to be, a Charitable Institution. 
We aver that it is so in the highest sense of the word. Moreover, 
our purpose is, to infuse into every member a desire of personal 
independence. "Knowledge is power." Intelligence is the 
companion of thrift. We desire to raise the standard of intelli- 
gence so high, as to make extreme destitution among us a thing 
impossible. Our Library, offering as it does, rich and invigorating 
mental aliment, has been freely used by members of the Associa- 



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tion, their apprentices, and families, with a most happy and 
striking effect. Our Literary and Scientific Lectm-es, have been 
an efficient means in promoting a good work. 

The general intelligence of the Mechanics of Salem, is well 
known and acknowledged. They have placed a higher value upon 
their moral and intellectual elevation, (counting these above mere 
physical well being) than upon the mere accumulation of the 
'^Almighty Dollar.''^ In this age of idolatry, of mammon worship, 
it is refreshing to behold a class of men contented and happy in 
the pursuit of an honorable, but by no means lucrative calling. 
Men, humbly wise, and obscurely useful, and contented to be so. 
Who look with pity upon those 

*' Who wear away their Hves for a bubble 
And who coin their souls to purchase dross." 

Men, whether in the workshop, or the quiet domestic circle, as 
truly discharging their duty to God and man as if filling the 
most exalted station in society ; for they are silently sowing the 
seeds of truth ; solacing themselves amid their occupations and 
toils, that the good seed they scatter abroad, does not fall among 
thorns to be choked, or upon stony ground to wither away, but 
upon good ground, where it will take root, spring up, and yield a 
glorious harvest for posterity. 

It is not our intention to ''■ magnify our calling.''^ With, we 
trust, a just and discriminating appreciation of our importance in 
the community, of our usefulness as a class, we have also felt 
how httle we have accomplished, how much remains for us to do. 
With all the elements of happiness and usefulness at our com- 
mand, — thanks to our system of common schools, — starting in 
life with a capital worth more than silver and gold, have we done 
all for ourselves that we should have done ? 

Some of us have thought that much more should be accom- 
plished by our organization, — that a higher intelligence, and 
consequently greater usefulness, could be brought about by a 
more decided and vigorous action. These views have been from 
time to time declared at the stated meetings of the Association. 
At the annual meeting in January last, the Association, actii-g 



upon the report of a committee, who had been appointed at a 
Ibriner meeting, unanimously voted to hold a Mechanics' Fair 
during the month of September next ensuing. This decision 
was carried widi ardent hopes for its success, but not unmingled 
with many fears of its failure. Those who were most forward in 
recommending, and urging forward the measure, were doubtful of 
the result; tliey felt, however, that ''where there is a will there 
is a icay^^^ — that a failure was better than sterility and stagnation ; 
and they did not hesitate as to what was their duty, however 
burdensome it might prove to individuals. 

The Government of the Association, together with Messrs. 
Sutton and Currier, Ex-Presidents, constituted a Board of 
Managers, and were invested with full power to carry the decision 
of the Association into effect. They immediately entered upon 
the duties assigned them ; and in order to secure efficient action, 
they were subdivided into various committees, with specific duties 
for each. Subsequently, Messrs. Potter, Newcomb, and 
Lakeman were added to the Board of Managers. Mr. Lakeman, 
from unavoidable causes, found it inconvenient to act. It is but a 
simple act of justice to Messrs. Potter and Newcomb to say, 
that to them the Association is greatly indebted for their services, 
which were freely tendered, and as freely used ; — they were in 
constant attendance, "in season and out of season ;^^ theirs, 
truly, was a " labor of love.^^ 

Nathaniel Very, Jr., was appointed Superintendent. His 
untiring zeal, and vigorous action were praiseworthy. The ready, 
prompt, and almost intuitive perception of our efficient Secretary, 
E. M. Dalton, was universally acknowledged and commended. 
To i\Ir. Dalton we are indebted for the preparation for the press 
of the various reports of the judges. 

The want of experience multiplied the difficulties and perplex- 
ities in making the necessary arrangements, but they were over- 
come by perseverance and energy, and the regularity and system 
adopted. No better comment, no higher praise need be bestowed 
upon the management of the Fair, than simply to state the fact, 
that at the close of the Exhibition every article was accounted for. 
When we take into consideration the number and variety of the 



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articles exhibited, and that they were all returned, from the most 
ponderous to the most minute, it is certainly a subject of congrat- 
ulation. System, thoroughness, regularity and order, lies at the 
foundation of all excellence. No one will deny, in view of these 
facts, that we have made a good beginning. 

As this was our first Exhibition, in estimating the variety, 
quantity, and quahty of the various products of industry, skill, 
and taste which were displayed, we have no data whereby to 
make a comparison. That it was all that it should have been, 
even for a first Exhibition, no one will attempt to maintain. — 
Situated as our city is, the capital of a great manufacturing and 
wealthy county, intimately connected by rail roads, offering, free 
of cost, facilities for the transportation of the various products of 
industry,* we candidly and frankly confess our disappointment in 
not receiving a greater amount of articles, — the staple, mechanical, 
and manufacturing products of Essex County. In neglecting to 
avail themselves of our Exhibition, we think that every skilful 
artisan did a grievous wrong ; a wrong not only to himself, but to 
the cause of industry, to the community at large. Without a 
wish to blame, or say a bitter word, but in a spirit of kindness 
and all hopefulness, we believe, at future Exhibitions, a healthful 
emulation will prevail. We have confidence in the Mechanics of 
Old Essex. When thoroughly awake to the importance of such 
Exhibitions, they will not again be caught sleeping. At our next 
Fair, we hope it will be their ambition to bring forward articles of 
their own manufacture worthy of their reputation, and of the just 
pride which all enlightened and skilful Mechanics should feel in 
exhibiting the beauty of finish, the useful design, the scientific 
construction and application, the thorough and substantial work- 
manship of their various trades. 

To the Ladies we were greatly indebted for the A^ariety, beauty 
and taste, displayed in the department of female ingenuity and 
skill ; it was the theme of universal admiration. Old Salem's fair 



*The Eastern and Essnx Railroad Companies, with a praiseworthy lilievality, trans- 
ported articles for the "Fair" over their respertive rcr.id^, free of cost; the EaslL-rn 
Rail Road Company, also furnislied, graluitoxiAy, the steam power at the Hall during 
the Fair. 



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daughters axe not oiily beautiful themselves, but thev cause beauty 
to spring liom every thing they take in hand ; the veriest benedict, 
the most niorose and crooked bachelor, under their tuition, would be 
rendered less repulsive and would lose something of his inherent 
deformities and unlovely characteristics. Where all is excellent 
it is difficult to select any article for special praise, but we were 
struck with the exceeding beauty of some specimens of worsted 
work, and the admirable and exquisite Crayon and pencil di'aw- 
ings. 

The Board with pleasure state that notwithstanding the many 
disadvantages with which they had to contend, the expenses will 
be met by the receipts. A statement w'ill be made of every 
particular, and be laid before the Association at their next meeting. 
In future Exhibitions the expenses can be greatly diminished. 
AVith proper management these Exhibitions can be made an efficient 
means of adding to the funds of the Association. No fears or misgiv 
ings need be apprehended as to the result. To attain perfection in 
any useful art, we must be in constant practice ; we cannot hope 
to reach the goal at a bound. Experience, patience and perse- 
verance is neccessary to accomplish any good. We will try 
again, and not be weary in well doing. We will act up to our 
motto — " Let prudence govern ^ fear not.''^ 

One of the most gratifying circumstances attending the Exhibi- 
tion, has been the excellent spirit which has prevailed within the 
Association, and manifested by the spectators and exhibitors ; no 
unkind thought has been entertained, no harsh word uttered. A 
like spirit has been manifested in the Board of Managers, — concil- 
iation, compromise, forbearance, respect, and consideration for 
individual opinion, have caused a cordial co-operation. Nothing 
has occurred to disturb the perfect and harmonious action with 
w^hich the arrangements were made, and successfully carried out. 
Great care was bestowed in the selection of Judges, and theii- 
awards have been substantially executed ; * in some few instances 



* Forty-four medals, and one hundred and fifty-two diplomas have been awarded. The 
die for the medals is now in the hands of the artist, nearly completed. The Managers 
hope that the medals will be struck, and the diplomas printed and ready for dalivery 
early iu the month of January. 



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the Board have awarded Medals and Diplomas where they had 
cause to believe the merit of any particular article, had not 
received sufficient attention. We cannot hope to give entire 
satisfaction, but we confidently trust, that we may receive credit 
for our good intentions. 

No one without experience in these matters can imagine the 
wearisome labor attendant upon the faithful discharge of the duties 
imposed upon the Board of Managers. If, through inadvertence, 
they have erred, it must be placed to the fallibility of human judg- 
ment ; when convinced of the fact, no one will regret it more than 
they. In conclusion, we w^ould congratulate the Association upon 
its success. The Exhibition, taken as a whole, although not all 
we could have wished, was yet a very successful first attempt. 
Again, we repeat, let us try again. No sincere earnest effort to 
achieve a good purpose, ever did fail. 

In behalf of the Board of Managers, 

ALBERT G. BROWNE, Chairman. 



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COPY OF THE CIRCULAR ISSUED BY T]IE MANAGERS. 

The Salem Charitable j\Techanic Jlssocialion announce to the 
jmblic, that their first Exhibition will be held at Mechanic 
Hall, in the City of Salem, commencing on Monday, Sept. 
24th, and continuing through the week. 

In this our purpose, we endeavor to carry out the views of 
the founders of the Association. Our Act of Incorporation states 
one object to be, the " promoting of Inventions and Improve- 
ments," and our By-Laws, in the preamble, declare another to 
be, '' to encourage the Ingenious." How can we so well accom- 
plish, what their sagacity foresaw^ would be useful to us, not only 
as Artisans, but as Men, as by holding a Fair.'' By so doing, we 
stimulate competition, calling forth talent, ingenuity, and taste, 
which might otherwise remain dormant, leading to the production 
of the most useful and beautiful in each Mechanic Art — the im- 
provement of the old — the invention of the new^ In a spirit of 
enlightened hberality, we should contribute our mile to the ad- 
vancement of knowledge, particularly of sound opinions in practical 
Mechanics, wdiich may lead to the discovery of new powers, or 
new means for increasing the utility of those already known. If 
that man is a benefactor to his race who can show how "two 
blades of grass can be made to grow where but one grew before," 
equally so is he, who can show how mechanism can be employed 
to the best advantage, — how^, with the least waste of power and 
materials, the greatest amount of labor can be accomplished, and 
consequent leisure, comfort, and happiness obtained, — for what- 
ever renders labor more productive, must render its products more 
attainable, and give a better o])portunity to the producer for the 
cultivation of his moral, spiritual and Intellectual nature. The intel- 
ligent Mechanic of our day, has a dignity of character from his 
pursuit, second to no other class of men. Intimately connected with 
all other interests and the happiness and well being of society; — in 



saying tliis, we would show an unprejudiced estimate of other 
professions, hut a just appreciation of our own. Most useful and 
beneficial effects result from exhibitions of this kind, which must 
commend themselves to every enhghtened mind, — in the mutual 
instruction imparted, the useful hints furnished, suggestive of 
thought, which must lead to definite, fruitful and satisfactory 
results, — for the pleasant friendships formed between those, who 
would otherwise have remained strangers, — for the opportunity 
offered to all for free social intercourse, and an interchange of the 
amenities and courtesies of life. 

From the knowTi intelligence, enterprise, and skill of the Me- 
chanics and Manufacturers of our City and County, w^e confident- 
ly anticipate a cordial and hearty response to our proposal. We 
take a just pride in their multiform and useful products; we are 
willing to rest on them as the centre of our support; yet we invite 
our friends from all parts of this and the adjoining States, to 
" come up and help us." We invite all to contribute in every 
department of industry, which can in any way promote the comfort, 
convenience, or improvement of mankind. We respectfully 
sohcit the aid of Mechanics, Manufacturers, and Artists. Let 
them bring forward the products of the Loom, and the Forge. 
All kinds of Machinery; every description of Tool and Implement. 
Articles of Wood, Stone, Metal, Glass, Leather, W^ool, Cotton, 
Silk, Hemp and Flax, specimens of Printing, Statuary, Painting, 
Daguerreotypes, Engraving and Lithography. Articles of female 
ingenuity and taste will have a prominent place in the exhibition. 

The annual exhibition of the Essex Agricultural Society, and 
the Essex Institute, will take place in Salem, during the week of 
our Fair; we trust that the Manufacturer of Agricultural Imple- 
ments will bear this in mind, and that we may have a good display 
of articles in this department. The Superintendent of the Fair 
will be entrusted with the care and management of every article 
sent for exhibition, and every facility will be given to show its 
useful purpose, its ingenious contrivance. Care will be taken to 
preserve them from injury; trustworthy men will be in attendance 
day and night; but all articles will be at the risk of the owners. 
Each Contributor will be entitled to admission. Contributors are 



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particularly and earnestly requested to send forward their goods in 
season. Articles intended for exhibition, will be received from 
the 1st to the 22d September. A clicck will be given for each 
article received, which must be presented when they are returned. 
All Goods, Machinery, &c., intended for Exhibition, will be trans- 
ported over the Railroads leading into the City, free of expense. 
Medals of Silver and Diplomas will be awarded according to the 
merit of the articles exhibited. Strict justice shall be adjudged 
to every contributor. Impartial men, possessing intelligence, and 
competent knowledge in each department of art, will be selected 
as judges; those only will be appointed who are not competitors 
for premiums. 

All communications in relation to the Fair, should be addressed 
(post paid) to the Secretary of the Association. 



MANAGERS. 



ALBERT G. BROWNE, President. 
THOS. NICHOLS, Jr., Vice Pres. 

WILLIAM SUTTON, 
JOHN HUSE, 
ALVA KENDALL, 
JOSEPH CHISHOLM, 
ABRAHAM TOWLE, 

STRATTON W 



JOHN CHAPMAN, Treasurer. 
ELEAZER M. DALTON, Sec'y. 

EDMUND CURRIER, 
BENJAMIN CUTTS, 
STEPHEN WfflTMORE, Jr, 
AMOS P. DAY, 
BENJAMIN EDWARDS, 
. ROBERTSON. 



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Standing Committees appointed and their several duties. 
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND COMMITTEE ON PREMIUMS. 

To prepare Circulars and Advertisements. Appoint Judges and give them their 
instructions. Receive the Reports from the Judges, examine them, and award the 
premiums. 



ALBERT G. BROWNE, Chairman.' 
JOHN CHAPMAN, 
E. M. DALTON, 
WILLIAM SUTTON, 



EDMUND CURRIER, 
JOHN HtJSE, 
THOMAS NICHOLS, Jr. 
JOSEPH CHISHOLM, 



STEPHEN WHITMORE. Jr. 



COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENTS. 

To cause all articles to be registered. Have the General Superintendence and 
Arrangement of the Articles, with the assistance of the Superintendent. Cause all 
Rules and Regulations to be strictly observed. Appoint Door Keepers, Watch, &c. 



THOMAS NICHOLS, Jr., Chairmaji. 
WILLIAM SUTTON, 
JOHN HUSE, 
ABRAHAM TOWLE, 
BENJAMIN EDWARDS, ! GEORGE L. NEWCOMB, 

DANIEL POTTER. 



STRATTON W. ROBERTSON, 
BENJAMIN CUTTS, 
ALVA KENDALL, 
AMOS P. DAV, 



COMMITTEE OF FINANCE. 

To receive all moneys. Audit and pay all bills. Have the charge of the ticket 
office, and all business connected therewith. 

JOHN CHAP]MAN, Chairman. I THOMAS NICHOLS, Jr., 

ALBERT G. BROWNE, WILLIAM SUTTON. 



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Instructions of the Executive Committee to the Board of Judges. 

The Board of Judges are requested to examine, with great 
minuteness and care, every article submitted to their inspection, 
and make such report on each article as it respectively merits. — 
The several articles that come under the supervision of each sub- 
committee will be marked No. 1 for the best quality. No. 2 for 
the second, and so on at discretion. 

Each sub-committee will report, in detail, its opinion in 
regard to the grade of premium to which each number is entitled, 
or whether either of them has sufficient merit to receive any 
premium. The highest award is a Silver Medal, which is to be 
given for very superior manufactured or wrought articles. The 
second premium will be a Diploma, which will be aw^arded for 
articles superior in their manufacture, but of less utility. 

The Board of .Judges will choose a Chairman, to whom the 
several sub-committees will submit their reports previous to 
Saturday, the 29th inst., and the Chairman is requested to trans- 
mit the same to the Executive Committee. Each sub-committee 
will select its own Chairman. 

Judges have, in all cases, authority to request the attendance of 
contributors, should they deem it necessary. Should any vacan- 
cy, or vacancies, occur in any of the sub-committees, after the 
first meeting of the Board of Judges, such committees are 
requested immediately to nominate suitable persons to fill those 
vacancies, and send their names to the Executive Committee for 
approval. The Hall will be open for the Judges, on each 
morning during the Exliibition from 7 to 9 o'clock. 

By order of the Managers^ 

ELEAZER M. DALTON, .Secretary. 



REPOHTS OF THE JUDGES, 



NEW INVENTIONS, MACHINERY, OPTICAL AND PHILO- 
SOPHICAL APPARATUS, &c. 

Thomas Cole, Stephen A. Chase, 

RuFus Putnam, James N. Buffum, 

Jesse Smith, , Judges. 

The Committee of the Salem Charitable Mechanic Associa- 
tion, to whom was assigned the duty of examining articles of 
New Invention, Machinery, Philosophical, and Optical Instru- 
ments, report as follows, viz : — 

574. H. C. Jones, JVet^jarfc, JVew Jersey. A Combination 
and Anti-Explosive Bank Lock. This article is made with 
neatness and strength fully sufficient, it would seem, for the pur- 
pose for which it was designed. That it is secure against any 
attempts to pick it, seems obvious from its construction, as it 
admits upwards of three millions of changes in its arrangement for 
locking and unlocking, consequently, that number of chances 
against the success of any single attempt. In addition to this, we 
have the testimony of Gov. Bouck of New York, who states, 
that it was submitted for thirty days to the severe inspection of 
the most skilful locksmiths in New York, who did not succeed in 
their attempts to unlock it. It also claims to be proof against 
gunpowder, or any other explosive material, as no opening is 
afforded, or can be made to the interior by which such material 
can be inserted. 



]ii view of all tills, and of lis Iinporiance to the securily of 
property, the C'oiuinittee lecoinnieiid it for the first preiniiini. 

Silver Medal. 

181. E. W, Scott, Lowell. A Saw Sett. 

463. Benj. Bray, Salem. Car Window Spring and Cur- 
tain Fixtures. This is an ingenious application of springs and 
rollers to window sashes, to prevent the friction which sometimes 
occurs, and to dlow them to he elevated or depressed with ease, 
at the same time, by a simple contrivance, the window remains 
suspended at any point of elevation. Something of this kind 
would be of very obvious utility in the construction of our car 
windows, which are often obstinately fixed at a point, in spite of 
the efforts of the conductors and passengers to open or close 
them. The objection that the rattling of the cars would contin- 
ually tend to close the window, is theoretically removed by a 
contrivance which puts the window in equilibrium with the spring, 
and thus produces tbs sams condition as of the weights and pul- 
bys in the common house window. 

The arrangement of the curtain, though not altogether new in 
principle, is, so far as the knowled^^e of the Committee extends, 
new in its application to window curtains, and seems to possess 
decided advantages over those in common use. By closing 
completely at the sides, it not only excludes the sun, but also 
operates favorably as a double window to exclude the cold air, 
thus contributing materially to the comfort of our parlors. For 
these articles, as they seem to stand in connection, the Committee 
would recommend a Diploma. 

654. Arthur Houston & Co., Bristol, Me. A Mitre 
Box. A very neat, ingenious, and useful machine for sawing 
mitres, and which recommends itself at sight, to the workman and 
amateur, for the ease and exactness with Avhich it enables even 
an inexperienced hand to cut mitres of any angle. The Commit- 
tee cheerfully recommend it for the second premium — a 

Diploma. 

645. Joseph Ross, Ipswich. Swing Draw Bridge for 
Railroads. This is an ingenious method of constructing a draw 



upon a railroad, and seems valuable for its simplicity and the ease 
with which it may be managed. By a diagonal movement, the 
rails close like a parallel ruler, while the weight is supported by a 
beam on which the opening extremity rests. In the opinion of 
the Committee it deserves the second premium. Diploma. 

144. French & Young, Manchester^ JV. H. Patent 
Self-acting Coupling for Railroad Cars. Whatever tends to 
diminish the risk of life or limb in the management of our rail- 
roads, is in the highest degree praiseworthy and deserving of 
consideration. The coupling here offered by Messrs. French & 
Young, professedly aims at this object by a hook, which catches 
on a pin as the cars come together, without making it necessary 
for any one to step between the platform to make the adjustment. 
In like manner, by means of a screw and wheel, they may be 
detached by a person standing on the platform without any 
exposure. It has not however, been introduced upon our railroads, 
and the Committee are unable to decide upon its pratical utihty. 

46. G. L. Newcomb & Co., Salem. A Mortising Ma- 
chine. This is a well made, substantial, and effective engine, and 
will sustain itself respectably among the labor saving machines of 
the day. 

628. B. O. Swain, Gloucester. A Planetarium. An in- 
geniously contrived machine, and exceedingly well adapted to the 
purposes of elementary astronomical instruction, while the price 
at which it can be made, recommends it to notice for the use of 
the school and lecture rooms. The Committee think it w'orthy of a 

Diploma. 

557. Edmund Currier, Salem. A Cutting and Dividing 
Engine. It would be difficult for the Committee to speak in suit- 
able terms of this highly finished and elegant machine, as none 
but an artist skilled in the use of such an instrument, could appre- 
ciate its excellence ; but so far as beauty of workmanship, arising 
from the perfect adaptation of one part to the other, and the thorough 
finish of the whole are worthy of approbation, the Committee 
would unhesitatingly assign to it the highest reward that is offered 
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by tlie Association ; for the rest we would have Mr. Currier 
speak for himself. 

In a written communication which he has made on the subject, 
he says : — Having been much perplexed for ten years or mor6 
with the imperfections of all the Cutting Engines that I had used, 
or which had been used for me, I came to the conclusion that I 
w^ould have one that was perfect in its operations without regard 
to the cost. 1 commenced in 1827. First by making screw- 
plates, filing out the original tops or chasing them in a common 
lathe. The heavy work was done at a great disadvantage, not 
having the use of a planing machine or even a suitable lathe. The 
labor was great, occupying all the time that could be devoted to it 
for more than three years. 

The Engine has movements that are common to others, but it 
combines more different movements than any other that I have 
ever known, being capable of cutting to any angle that the opera- 
tor may please, and will cut wiieels from one fourth of an inch, to 
twenty inches in diameter, and with any number of teeth that may 
be desired. Silver Medal. 

740. Chase, Brothers & Co., 5os?on. A Knife Cleaner. 
A very convenient article for a pubhc house, or a large family. It 
has been improved by substituting leather for bristles, to act upon 
the knives. 

646. W. H. Chapman, Salem. Drummond Patent Can- 
dlemaker. A very ingenious method of making candles from cold 
tallow, and which operates by forcing the tallow out from a tin or 
brass box, into which it is poured when melted, through a tube 
that gives it the form and consistency of a handsome mould candle, 
while at the same time, the wick is also compressed, and made 
smooth, so as to remove the liability to run while burning, as is 
common with ordinary candles. Where candles are used for the 
purpose of domestic economy, it w^ould be a very useful article- 

355. Joseph Dixon, Jersey City., JS\ J. Specimens of Cast 
Steel. The importance of this article to the manufactures of our 
country, its superiority, according to the testimony of our most ex- 
perienced manufacturers, over the best imported cast steel, claims 



for it the higliest consideration; the Committee would therefore cor- 
dially recommend it as worthy of the first premium, a Silver Medal. 

(See also report of Committee on Miscellaneous Articles.) 

69. J. Albert Newcomb, Salem. A Miniature Steam 
Engine. 

624. Gardner Wilson, Keene^ JV'. H. A Head Block 
lor a Saw Mill. The Committee would have noticed this article 
more pai'ticularly, but it was removed before an opportunity was 
given. 

565. J. S. Bancroft, Boston. Fessenden's Improved* 
Division Filter. This article for filterhig water, seems superioi 
to any other known to the Committee to be in use, especially fron: 
tlie ease with which the filtering material may be cleansed or 
changed ; they therefore reconnnend it as worthy of the second 
premium, a Diploma. 

438. M. G. Farmer, Salem. A Galvanic Clock. An 
ingenious application of galvanic power to produce the motion of 
a clock, which the Inventor thinks will be found useful for thne- 
keepers in Observatories and other permanent stations ; but as it 
has not yet been sufiiciently tested, the Committee cannot speak 
of its merits. 

45. Geo. L. Newcomb, Salem. A Miniature Steam Engine. 
For this beautiful model of the Steam Engine, which has hereto- 
fore gained the Artist some reputation, the Committee would 
award a Diploma. 

603. Gay, Silver & Co, JV. Chelmsford. A Patent 
Cloth Folder. This is the best machine of the kind, that has 
ever come under the observation of the Connnittee, combining 
great speed of action, (fokUng at its usual speed sixty yards in a 
minute,) with perfect accuracy of measurement. The Conmiittec 
understand that it gives entire satisfaction at the Naumkeag Steam 
Mills where it is used, and in consideration of its importance to 
factories, they think it worthy of the first premium. 

Silver JVIedal. 

357. E. L. Norfolk, 5aZ€?7i. Treadw^ell's Machine for spin- 
ning yams for Cordage, combined with Pedrick & Co.'s Improved 



Flyer. Manufactured by E. L. Norfolk, Salem. This machine 
stands high among the labor saving machines of our country. 
It has been in operation in one of the rooms in the building, in 
which the Fair was held, and performed its work with perfect 
exactness and finish. The Committee would award for it the 

Silver Medal. 

358, 359 and 772. E. L. Norfolk, Salem. An Engine 
Lathe, Upright Drill, Punching Machine, and an Engine for cut- 
ting Gearing. Substantial, well made machines, operating well, 
and in the opinion of the Committee deserving the reward of a 

Diploma. 

60. H. Collins, Boston. Three Ventilators. The Inven- 
tor of this article has contrived a very ingenious and simple mode 
of demonstrating the imperfections of other Ventilators, and 
showing the superiority of his own. The Committee are not 
prepared to enter upon a philosophical discussion of the merits of 
this ventilator, in comparison with others, but from the experi- 
ments which they saw performed, they have reason to believe that 
he will make good his claims, for the superior advantages offered 
by his mode of ventilation. The inventor considers his ventilator 
applicable to Churches, Schoolrooms, Factories, &c., as well as 
to chimneys, and its superiority has been acknowledged at New 
York and Worcester ; at the Fair in each of these places, he 
received the highest premium. 

459. Levi Littlefield, Springfield. A Double Forcing 
Pump. A very neat model of an engine, intended for the use of 
Factories. 

775. G. S. Hopkins, Salem. A Drawing Frame. This 
arrangement admits a larger top roller than is used in the common 
method, by which a bearer is made on two bottom rolls, and 
thus much more work may be done in the same time. It has 
recently been put into operation at the Naumkeag Factory, where 
its merits will soon be tested. 

694*. Benj. Beal, Lowell. Cast Iron Corn Mills. These 
arc very good articles, and on a farm, or where water power is 



not easily obtained, must be of great utility. The Comnilttee 
think they merit a Diploma. 

778. T. M. Coffin, Boston. Piano Forte Maker's Drill 
Stock. This is a very neatly made instrument, but as it was not 
subjected to the examination of the Committee except in a glass 
case, they are unable to decide upon its merits. 

784. Samuel Whitmarsh, J^^orthampton. A Blind Fas- 
tener. A simple contrivance for fastening window blinds with a 
pin passing through a small hole drilled into the hinge. 

781. John Whitney, Danvers. Valentine's Patent Cen- 
trifugal Water Wheel. As there was no one to explain the 
operation of this wheel, the Committee were unable to judge of 
its merits. 

809. Parker & White, Boston. Douglas' Hydraulic 
Ram. An instrument designed to raise water for the use of barn- 
yards, houses, &c. Operating with a small fall it will raise the 
water thirty feet. It has proved successful in various trials that 
have been made. 

6.34. Wm. Cab an, Charlestoicn. Iron Tops for Laying 
Cordage. As the operation of this instrument was explained to 
the Committee, it is evidently an improvement upon the old 
method of making cordage. By removing much of the central 
part of the cone, and leaving a rim around the vertex and base, 
the friction upon the yarns is greatly relieved, and there is no 
unnecessary waste of power in propelling the top on its course. 
The Committee would award for it the second premium. 

Diploma. 

69. Samuel Pratt, Boston. A Patent Hoop. This is a 
neat, simple, and easy method of locking metallic hoops instead 
of fastening them with rivets. It consists in punching a tongue 
in each extremity of the hoop, which, when the hoop is brought 
together, interlock, and the hoop is finished. 

770, 771. Adams & Richardson, Salem. One RolHng 
Mill Scale, One Grocer's Scale, One Even Balance, and two 
Patent Platform Scales. Manufactured by E. & T. Fairbanks 
& Co., St. Johnsbury, Vt. The accuracy of these scales is so 



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well known as to make any comment from the Committee unnec- 
essary. Were these scales presented as a new article, they would 
undoubtedly be entitled to the first premium. 

31. James Macauley, Manchester^ JS*. H. One Pair 
Weaving Harness. 

699. John Kendrick, Worcester. Weaver's Reeds and 
Harness. 

713. Wm. Jelly, Salem. Sample of Cast Iron Pipe lined 
with glass. 

669. F. G. Woodward, Worcester. Patent Switch Stand. 

760. E. C. Jones, Lowell. Patent Scales. 

353. J. S. Bancroft, Boston. Seeley's Life Preserving 
Hammock, Bed, and Bellows. 

255. S. S. Stanley, Salem. Smith's Vertical Gate. 

250. Butts & Wells, Charlestown. A Universal Scroll 
Chuck. A very fine article. Diploma. 

230. J. S. Bancroft, Boston. Three of Ellis's Jack 
Screws. Fine articles. Silver Medal. 

211. Wm. Beal, Lowell. One Corn Cracker. 



FINE ARTS. 

Charles Osgood, George W. Putnam, 

Robert Connor, Judges. 

Your Committee have endeavored to examine all the produc- 
tions which properly come under the head of "Fine Arts." In 
those cases where one individual has exhibited several specimens, 
it was not considered necessary that more than one of them should 
he mentioned in the report. The drawings, however, being 



scattered over so great a space, it is possi])le tJiai some ma\' ]ia\ e 
escaped notice ; il' so, we take this opportLinity to say it was 
unintentional. 

38. kS. P. HoDGDON, Salem. A Painting of "Bolton 
Abbey." As the work of a young artist, this Painting possesses 
merit, and we award it a Diploma. 

67. Miss P. B. Wallis, Salem. Likeness of Pius ninth. 
A very good Drawing. Diploma. 

70. INIiss Chisholm, Salem. " View of Broadfield." 

107. Miss P. B. Wallis, Salem. A Crayon Drawing. 

100. Miss Susan S. Ives, Salem. "Retreat from INIos- 
cow." An excellent Drawing. Silver Medal. 

117. Miss L. P. CuTTs, Salem. Five Crayon Drawings. 

Diploma. 

160. Joseph A. Potter, Salem. Pen Drawing. Very 
good. 

164. D. T. Smith, Salem. Pen Drawing. Unusually 
spirited and evincing talent. Diploma. 

212. Benj. Chase, Salem. Architectural Pen Drawing of 
the "Ezachtheon." Very w^ell done; indicating great industry 
and neatness. Diploma. 

806. A good Copy of Frothingham's Portrait of the late 
Rev. Dr. Bentley, by Mr. Ordway. 

231. A Picture of a "Nun." This Picture was presented 
by the "International Art Union," of New York City, for 
exhibition only, by Amory Hole rook, Esq., Salem. 

321. Miss Chaney, Salem. A Crayon Drawing. Very 
good. Diploma. 

434. Miss C. A. Millet, Salem. One Crayon Drawing, 
representing the "Winnower." A very fine Drawing. 

Diploma. 

308. Miss L. L. A. Very, Salem. A Painting in Water 
Colors. This lady has had no instruction ; under these circum- 
stances, this work is quite creditable. 



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411. D. W. Bo WD IN, Salem. Daguerreotypes. A very 
admirable collection of Specimens, showing great skill in the 
mechanical execution, good taste in the arrangement of subjects, 
and in the management of light and shade. In the opinion of 
your Committee, they deserve the highest premium. 

Silver Medal. 

454. Miss QuiNER, Beverly. An Original Plaster Cast of 
J. SafFord, Esq. A very creditable performance. As an 
original work, it indicates talent, which justifies the Committee in 
awarding for it a Diploma. 

511. Wm. B. Eaton, Salem. Pen Drawing of "President 
Taylor." A spirited production. Diploma. 

605. Miss M. L. Mellus, Salem. Crayon Drawing of 
'* Modesty," from the original by " Wmterhalter." The best 
Crayon Drawing in the Exhibition and deserving a 

Silver Medal. 

618. Gardner L. Chandler, Salem. A Marble Bust of 
"Clytie." As the production of an amateur Artist, it shows 
great mechanical skill, and a refined taste. It was placed in the 
Hall, "for exhibition only;" otherwise, it would have been 
entitled to the award of the highest premium. 

633. Mrs. Henry Merritt, Salem. A Drawing of the 
"Dogs of St. Bernard." A very good production. 

Diploma. 

190. Fitch Poole, Esq., Danvers. Original Plaster 
Models. These figures were modelled from Washington Irving 's 
Description of the "Dutch Governors." They indicate con- 
siderable invention and humor. Diploma. 

274. Miss C. A. Millet, Salem. Three Crayon Draw- 
ings. 

581. S. B. Ives, Salem. Taylor and his Cabinet. 

336. Miss Caroline L. Hildreth, Lynn. One Crayon 
Drawing. 

452. Henry A. Rhodes, Boston. One Pencil Drawing. 

463. Timothy Brooks, Salem. One Crayon Drawing. 



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L. J. Grant, Salem. One Pencil Drawing. 
Pickering Dodge, Salem. One Daguerreotype. 

20. H. ^^. Hill, Boston. Specimens of Penmanship. 

398. Philip Chase, Salem. One Crayon Drawing. 

25. A. G. Browne, Salem. Three Daguerreotypes. 

394. .TosEPii True, Salem. A Plaster Image. (The 
Dancing Girl.) 

73. Miss Emily E. Willey, Danvevs. Three Painted 
Window Shades and Side Lights. 

555. A. S. Currier, Springfield. Two Frames of Min- 
iature Pencil Drawing, beautifully executed. Diploma. 

A portion of your Committee cannot close their labors without 
expressing their high opinion of the artistic talent of the City, 
and we regret that from the existing circumstances, the two 
beautiful paintings of Children by C. Osgood, could not be entered 
for the highest premium, by the gentleman who owns them. 

ROBERT CONNOR, 
GEORGE W. PUTNAM. 



PRINTING, PRINTING MATERIALS, BOOK -BINDING, Sic. 

John Russell, William Brown, 

Caleb Foote, Judges. 

The Committee on " Printing, Printing Materials, and Book- 
binding " would respectfully report : That there were presented to 
the notice of the Committee, at the Exhibition of the Associa- 
tion, — 

424, 425. H. L. Devereux & Co., Boston. Specimens 
of Letter Press Printing, elegantly executed in a great variety of 
styles and colors, and which are considered by the Committee to 
be entitled to the highest award offered by the Association. 

Silver Medal. 
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237. H. J. BuTTERFiELD, Lynn. Specimens of Letter 
Press Printing, which were so finely executed, as to induce the 
Committee to recommend, with great gratification, the award 
of a Diploma for their excellence. Diploma. 

74. Wm. H. Smith, Boston. Specimens of Letter Cutting, 
and Die Sinking, together with Ornamental Tools, for the use of 
Bookbinders, which deserve high commendation, and for which 
Mr. Smith was awarded a Medal by the Massachusetts Charita- 
ble Mechanic Association, in 1847. 

162. George Jacobs, Boston. Steel Stamps and Dies, 
which, although perhaps, not quite so extensive and various as the 
preceding, appeared to be equally entitled to praise for their 
workmanship. 

352. J. W. Strange, Taunton. Post Office Stamps, and 
Steel Letter Cutting. 

There were two Card Printing Presses kept running in the 
Hall, during the Exhibition, viz : 

622. Orcutt's Yankee Card Press, introduced by H. W. 
Harrington, of Boston^ who also presented some good 
specimens of the work of the Press, together with some fine 
varieties of Embossed Cards, of his own production. 

201. T. J. Hutchinson, Salem. A Card Printing Press. 
This Press, designated the "Star" Press, is of the invention 
and manufacture of Mr. Foster, of J\'*ew York, and appears to 
be an excellent machine. It was worked by T. J. Hutchinson, 
who also exhibited some commendable specimens of his work, 
some of which, in different colored bronzes, were printed with a 
superior sizing, manufactured by Mr. Hutchinson. 

171, 185, 186 and 193, were truly excellent specimens of 
Book-Binding, from the Bindery of J. Perley, Jr., & Co., of 
Salem. The specimens consisted of sets of Books for Banks, 
and also for ordinary business transactions, together with other 
varieties of Books, all of the manufacture of the firm. For 
these specimens, the committee cheerfully recommend the award 



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of the lilghcst grade of premium offered by the Association for 
superior manufactured articles. Silver Medal. 

747. D. B. Brooks, Salem. Several Handsome Books, 
among which were a number of volumes of his own publishing. 

572. G. M. Whipple, Salem. A Splendid Quarto Edition 
of Webster's Dictionary. 



AGRICULTURAL LMPLEMENTS. 

D. P. King, Erastus Ware, 

\Vm. Sutto:^, Judges. 

The Committee on Agricultural Implements report : — 
That they have attended the Exhibition of the Salem Charitable 
Mechanic Association, with great pleasure and satisfaction. The 
display of the numerous articles of taste, beauty and ingenuity, as 
well as the more valuable articles of daily utility and comfort, is 
liighly creditable to the public spirited contributors ; and will 
encourage the active and spirited Managers of the ''Fair," to a 
repetition of an experiment which has proved so successful ; and 
we hope an undertaking so laudable, will bring a full recompense 
for all the care, labor and expense, which must necessarily be 
incurred. 

There was a very good display of Agricultural Lnplements, some 
of which were newly invented, and others greatly improved ; many of 
the tools were finely finished, and manifested great skill and neatness 
in the manufacturers. It is believed that no better tools can be 
found in the world than are in the hands of the Farmers of New 
England, nowhere are they more dexteriously employed, and it is 
earnestly hoped that their industry will be better rewarded. In 
the perfection of their tools, in the thoroughness of their cultiva- 
tion, and by an enlightening and helping knowledge and stric^ 



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economy of all their means, they must endeavor to find compensa- 
tion, for the more genial climate and richer soil of more favored 
portions of our country. Their industry and energy will not tire ; 
they deserve a full measure of success ; and they will be cheered 
and encouraged by this, and all other efforts of their brethren, the 
Mechanics, to give them assurances of their co-operation and 
sympathy. 

Agriculture and Manufactures are kindred arts ; and together 
they must flourish or decline. May they both thrive, and secure 
for all who practice them, a dignified and manly independence. 
The time has long passed, when in any civilized and enlightened 
community it was considered a disgrace for a man to procure a 
living by his honest industry. " Labor and husbandry appointed 
by the Most High," must always be honorable. 

143, 691 and 780. Pabker & White, Boston. An' In- 
voice of Agricultural Implements, consisting of Seven Green- 
sward and Stubbje Ploughs; One extra finish Plough, ornamental 
w^ood ; Six Hay, Straw and Cornstalk Cutters ; Six Butter 
Moulds and Stamps; Twelve Cast Steel Hay Forks; Six Prong 
Potato Hoes; One Cranberry Rake; Six Concave Hoes; Three 
Thermometer Churns; One Road Scraper, or Ox Shovel; Two 
Grafting Chisels; One Pruning Saw and Chisel; One Peat, and one 
Ditching Knife; Two Patent Bench Stops; Two Improved Ap- 
ple Parers ; Four Flails ; Four Grass Shears ; One Corn Sheller; 
One Agricultural Furnace ; One Grain Cradle ; One Fanning 
Mill; One Bush Scythe and Snath; Thirty-Six Roby & Sawyer's 
Scythes; Two Ox Yokes; One Grindstone, framed with improved 
hangings; One Improved Revolving Horse Rake; and One Re- 
volving Spring Tooth Rake, together with about thirty kinds of 
Tools and Implements, all of them well made and some of them 
very beautifully finished. 

The Committee recommend that a Diploma be awarded to 
Messrs. Parker & White, for their numerous and valuable 
contributions to the "Fair." Diploma. 

470 and 471. Wm. Chase, Salem. One Atmospheric 
Churn, and One Side Hill Plough. Good articles. 



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S\2. David Proutv &. Co., Boston, Hay Forks, and 
Prong Potato Hoes, of Wood's manufacture. Excellent work- 
manship. 

707. Lyman Baker, J\hnbury^ ^V. JL A well finished 
Horse Hay Rake. The Committee had no opportunity of testing 
its value, and no written statement was made. 

G87. Goldsmith & Co., Salem. Three Steel Rakes; 
Eight Hay Forks; Three Manure Forks; Four Potato Hooks, 
and Two Plate Hoes, Luther Gaylord's manufacture. Very 
well made Tools. 



The thanks of the Association are due to each of these gentle- 



men. 



HARDWARE, IRON AND BRASS CASTINGS, MECHANICS' 
TOOLS, CUTLERY, &c. 

William Chase, Benj. Trask, 

Daniel Potter, Judges. 

The Committee appointed to examine articles of '' Hard- 
ware, Iron and Brass Castings, Mechanics' Tools, Cutlery, &c.'' 
at the Mechanics' Fair, have attended to that duty, and inspected 
the various articles offered to their notice. Those we have marked 
oney we consider as entitled to the first premium, and those 
marked tico^ as entitled to the second, under the rules prescribed 
by the Association. 

360. Joseph Dixon, Jersey City., JV". J. One Pair of 
Razors, and One Pocket Knife, made of American Steel, of 
superior finish and workmanship. Silver Medal. 

(See report of Committee on Miscellaneous Articles.) 

735. Thos. M. Eluot, Salem. One Large Knife. 

Diploma. 



252. Smith, Sniill & Co., Fisk-JDale. One Case of 
Augurs and Augur Bills. These were manufactured of solid cast 
steel, and were of superior quality and finish. Silver J\'Iedal. 

566. Adams & RtcHARosoN, ^alem. One Case of Carpen- 
ter's Edge Tools, made bj Underhill, Brown & Leighton, 
Chester J JV. H., and other makers. 

816. Adams & Richardson, Salem. One Case of Augur 
Bills, Centre Bills, Screw Wrenches, and Screw^ Plates. 

817. Adams & Richardson, Salem. One Case of Plumbs 
and Levels, Try Squares, Carpenters' Rules, Bevels and 
Guages. Diploma. 

661. Wm. Chase, Salem. One Case of Table Cutlery, 
Augur Bills, Pocket Cutlery, Wrenches and Hammers. 

Diploma. 

207. Pratt, Ropes, Webb & Co., Meriden, Ct. Table 
Cutlery, Carvers, Knives and Forks. Silver Medal. 

819. Parker & White, Boston. One Grindstone. 

200. Goldsmith & Co., Salem. One Case of Underbill's 
Tools, Hammers and Wrenches. Diploma. 

667. Goldsmith & Co., Salem. One sample Case of 
Wood Screws. Diploma. 

779. Henry Hale, Salem. One Case of Braces, Spoke 
iShaves, Guages, Squares, Screw Drivers, Brad Awls, &c., 
English manufacture, for exhibition only. 

786. Moses Page, Salem. One Steel Square and Guage. 

Diploma. 

615. L. S. Munroe, Danvers. Five Hand Screws, and 
One Bench Screw. 

168. L. N. Leland, Grafton. Hand and Bench Screws. 

Diploma. 

71 and 72. Jackman & Goss, Salem. Three Casks of Cop- 
per Nails, one Cask of Copper Spikes, and a lot of Composition 
Thimbles, of very superior quality and finish. Silver Medal. 

818. Joseph Dixon, Jersey City, »,V. /. One Narrow 
Axe. Diploma. 



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296. Ja.viks Massev, Boston. One Anvil, and Three 
Blacksmith's Vices. Diploma. 

722. J Jones, Danvers. Two Tanner's Fleshers, and One 
Tanner's Shovel. Diploma. 

226. 0. W. Parrott, Lynn. Two Vices. Diploma. 

695. B. Beal, Lowell. Eight Screw Plates. Diploma. 

139. A. B. Lord, Beverly. Two Horse Shoes. 

Diploma. 

314. David Harding, Salem. Three Horse Shoes, one 
of which was made at one heat. Diploma. 

130. Benj. Bray, Salem. A Machine for cutting Tapered 
Plugs of any size. Diploma. 



STOVES, GRATES, RANGES, FURNACES, «fcr. 

Peirce L, Wiggin, Samuel S. Stanley, 

Joshua H. Cross, Judges. 

81. From Messrs. Chilson, Duncklee & Co., Bos- 
ton. Four of Chilson's Patent Air Warming and Ventil- 
ating Furnaces. We consider this Furnace the best on exhibition. 
This Furnace has in our judgment been much improved in mak- 
ing the cylinders of cast iron, and of two different heights to ac- 
commodate low cellars. The top is worthy of notice. It is a 
circular tube supported by six cylinders, each one the size of the 
smoke pipe, adding much to the radiating power, which is still 
more increased by bringmg the pipe from the centre of the circu- 
lating tube, over the top down the back or directly off, giving as 
much radiating surface as the coal will heat well. The pot and 
grate we consider equal to any in use. The sand groove joints 



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musi make it a tight Furnace which is ol* the highest importance ; 
and the fixtures to this Furnace, particularly the extra size and 
good workmanship of the registers, is worthy of commendation. 

Silver Medal. 

583. David Prouty & Co., Boston. Hanks' Improved 
Hot Air Furnace and Ventilator, a good article. One Portable 
Furnace, a good article. Also one Madeira Parlor Stove, a good 
stove. 

673, 668. Moses Pond & Co., Boston. Two of the 
Suffolk Parlor Air Tight Coal Stoves, good articles. [Two Mir- 
ror Mantels of Cast Iron in imitation of Marble, manifest a high 
order of merit, entitled to commendation both for design and 
execution, well worthy of the highest award. Silver Medal. 

672. Two Parlor Grates, good articles. 

593. J. L. Oliver & Co., Salem. New Era Cook 
Stove for Wood or Coal, a good article. One Column Stove, 
a good article. One Chandalier Parlor Stove," ornamented with 
glass drops, a good stov^es 

662. William Chase, Salem. One of Stewart's Cook 
Stoves, a good stove. One Granite Cooking Stove, a good 
article. 

598. N. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. TwoofHed- 
enberg's Patent Parlor Coal Stoves. This Stove consists of 
three cylinders, and is so constructed as to give all the heat from 
the coal without much pipe, takes but little room and the outside 
cylinder is not defaced by the heat. Silver Medal. 

599. N. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. Hedenberg's 
Patent Portable Furnace. This is a New Furnace, constructed 
on the same principle as the above stove, well proportioned in all 
its parts and cannot fail of being economical, powerful, and well 
adapted to the use intended. Diploma. 

601. N. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. One Laundry 
Stove, a good article. Two Air-Tight Stoves, good articles. One 
of Pond's Kitchen Ranges, a superior article, the only range on 



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exhibition. One Cast Iron Sink, a good article. One Cast Iron 
Chimney Top, and One May Flower Stove, for cooking widi wood 
or coal, a good Stove. 

598. X. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. Pierce't 
Patent American Air Tight Cooking Stove, for wood or coal.— 
This is a superior Stove, not only in the workmanship, but com- 
bining many good qualities ; the top of the oven is fire brick, 
equalizing the heat and making a perfect oven. This stove has 
been well proved. Silver JMedal. 

739. N. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. Two of Bar- 
stow's Patent Bay State Cooking. Stoves for Coal. This stove is 
a new pattern, a superior article for coal only, a good piece of 
workmanship, well cast. Diploma. 

600. N. & T. H. Frothingham, Salem. Tuttle's Patent 
Vertical Wheel Register. This is a superior article, and the 
inventor is worthy of a Diploma. 

597. Russell & White, of Salem^ also exhibit Tuttle's 
Patent Vertical Wheel Register. 

785. John T. Ropes & Co., Salem. One Hot Blast 
Cooking Stove. One Column Stove, a good article. One Air 
Tight Stove, with an oven, a good Stove, and One Fancy Cast 
Iron Stove for Coal. 

(306. Nicholas Mason, Roxhury. One Model Stove. 



BOOTS, SHOES, LEATHER AND MOROCCO. 

Stephen Driver, Jr., Joshua Sylvester, 

L. B. Harrington, Lewis Allen, 

E. B. Arnold, Judges. 

The Committee on Boots, Shoes, Leather, &c., would beg 
leave to submit the following repoit. We are sorry to say that 



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this branch of business has been very poorly represented, and tliat 
the articles presented, with some few exceptions, appear not to 
have been prepared for the occasion ; and we hope, that when the 
time shall come for another such exhibition, we shall not be among 
those who do not come up to the work. 

75. John F. Pray, Boston. One Glass case, containing 
Four pairs Gent's Boots, One pair Congress Boots, and One pair 
Shoetees, of very superior manufacture. A No. 1 . 

Silver Medal. 

436. Joseph Dalton & Son, Salem. One Cartoon of La- 
dies' Kid Walking Shoes. One Cartoon of French Run Rounds 
P. Ties. One Pair of Calf Welted Bootees, and One Cartoon 
Patent Calf Buskins. These Goods were taken from the shelves 
of the contributors, and are such as they are constantly manufac- 
turing and were good. Diploma, 

232. William D. Chamberlain, Lynn. One Pair La- 
dies', and One Pair Children's Red Morocco Fancy Bootees. 

320. T. N. Crane, Salem. One Pair ordinary Morocco 
Shoes. 

177. Putnam & Black, Danvers. One Pair Mining 
Brogans. A very superior article. Diploma. 

70L John J. Ashby, Salem. One Cartoon of various kinds 
Ladies' Boots and Shoes. 

449. Amos Gould, Wenham, One Pair of Fishermen's 
Boots, a first rate article. Diploma. 

191. Waldo Thompson, Swampscot. One Pair of Fisher- 
men's Boots, precisely like those contributed by A. Gould, 
having A. Gould stamped upon the soles, and upon said name, a 
paper pasted, upon which was written ''Waldo Thompson, 
Swampscot," &c. The Boots were No. 1 — but what reward 
ought Waldo to receive ? 

666. Punchard & Peabody, Salem. One Pair Gents' 
High Rubber Boots. Diploma. 

65. Thomas B. Ferguson, /SflZcm. TwoPair Gents' Short 
Rubber Boots. Diploma. 



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719. Ladies' and Gents' Metallic Rubber Boots and Shoes, 
L. Candee's manufacture, entered by Jonathan Peirce. 

Diploma. 
23. F. L. Maroni, JVorth Bridgewater. Men's Boot 
Trees. A very good article, wrought by hand. 

105. B. HiTCHiNGs, Salem, Ladies' Lasts. Very good. 

Diploma. 

68. W. & M. Black, Danvers. Green and Blue Roan 
Morocco Skins, No. 1. Do. Red, No. 2, and Bronze do. No. 3. 

Diploma. 

481. Alley, Tapley & Co., Lynn. Two Dozen Black 
Morocco Goat Skins. Diploma. 

351. George Noah, Salem. African Kip Leather. 

588. Charles Weston, Salem. Buenos Ayres, Stout 
Waxed Leather. Diploma. 

516. W. D. & S. Varney, Salem. Russet Leather, 
Buenos Ayres. 

460. Jackson & Co., Salem. Two Pair Ladies' Metallic 
Rubber Shoes. 

591. John Huse, Salem. Twenty-nine African Splits, 
extra workmanship — a very superior article. Silver JVIedal. 

Eleven Sides Wadded African Kip Leather. Eight Sides 
Buenos Ayres Kip Leather. 

736. John Huse, Salem. Eleven Sides Buenos Ayres 
Stout Waxed Leather. 

488. George C. Hodgdon, Salem. Ten Sides African 
Kip Leather. 

520. J. P. Williams, Salem. One Spht. 

765. W. F. Nichols, Salem. Four Sides Sea Hog Sole 
Leather. Diploma. 

339. Shelton & Cheever, Boston. Leading and Suc- 
tion Hose, with Pipes. A very prime article. Diploma. 

575. Charles Packer & Co., Danvers. Twelve Bronze 
Kid Skins. 



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703. R. W. Pratt, Salem. Paste Blacking. Diploma. 

9. E. Leach, Pawtucket. Liquid Blacking. 

178. Richard Tenny, Georgetown. Eighteen Bundles of 
Leather Shoe Strings. Superior. 

377. Sam'l Fowle, J\'*orth Danvers. Two Shoemaker's 
Seats. T'ney may with propriety be termed Thrones — superior 
and convenient. Diploma. 

764. W. Mitchell & Co., Boston. Shoe Pegs. 

Dij)loma. 

40. Nathaniel S. Raymond, Lynn. One Superior 
Leather Rolling Machine. Diploma. 

630. Moses Hunt, Boston. One Superior Sole Leather 
Splitting Machine. Small and convenient. Diploma. 

632. Moses Hunt & Co., Boston. One Currier's Patent 
Beam. Diploma. 

782. L. N. Leland, Grafton. One Sole Leather Splitting 
Machine. Diploma. 

762. R. Richards, Lynn. One Sole Cutting Machine. 

Diploma. 

63L N. Sargent, Boston. One Blacking Machine. 

726. A.D. BoYNTON, Haverhill. One Sole Leather Spring 
Cutting Knife. 

494. Nichols & Harrington, Salem. Six Backs of Belt 
Leather. Diploma. 

495. Charles Harrington, Salem. Ten Sides of Boot 
Leather. 



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BLOCKS, PUMPS, COOPER WORK, STEERING APPARATUS 
CORDAGE, SHIP MODELS, AND NAVAL WORK GENERALLY. 



Joshua Safford, 


John Howard, 


Thomas RouiNDey, 


Charles Miller, 


Ben J. Felt, Jr., 


Judgefi. 



The Committee on Rigging, Blocks, Pumps, Models, Casks, 
&c., beg leave to submit the following report : — 

634. W. Cab AN, U. S. Navy Yard, Charhstown. One 
Coil of Rope, from Water-rotted American Hemp, being vStays 
for a Sloop-of-War — is of superior workmanship, and will bear 
the strictest scrutiny. Silver Medal. 

575 and 813. Thomas Chisholm, Salem. One Coil of 
American Hemp Rope. One Coil of Manila Hemp Rope. 
The former is a fine specimen of workmanship, both in regard to 
tlie evenness of the yarn, and the lay of the Rope ; the latter is 
equally well made, and very satisfactory to the Committee. 

Diploma. 

184. Jos. Chisholm, Salem. One Dozen Window Lines. 
Very good. 

710. American Hemp Company, Springfield^ Illinois, by 
J. Vincent Browne, Agent, Boston. A Beautiful Specimen 
of Water-rotted Hemp ; equal, if not superior to the best Russia 
clean. Diploma. 

167. Daniel Waitt, Beverly. Tw^o Rolls of Curled 
Horse Hair. Good. 

CASKS. 

166. John Battis, Salem. One Water Barrel. Well 
made. 

663. Peter Teste, Salem. One Double Bilge Keg. An 
ingenious piece of mechanism. 

54. Jona. Merrill & Son, Salem. One Water Cask. 

15. John Henry Kehew, an apprentice, Salem. One 
Forty-five Gallon Water Cask. The good taste displayed in the 



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proportions and workmanship, merits the highest approbation of 
the Committee. Silver Medal. 

14. Samuel D. Kehew, an apprentice, Salem. One One 
Hundred and Twenty Gallon Water Cask. Excellent workman- 
ship. Diploma. 

814. JoNA. Merrill & Son, Salem. One Harness Cask, 
combining utility and skill ; deserving the highest praise. 

Diploma. 

33. R. W. BuRNHAM, Essex. A Pair of Tackle Blocks, 
of good material and well finished. A credit to the manufacturer. 

Diploma. 

47. George L. Newcomb, Salem. Colburn's Patent 
Pumps, manufactured by Mr. Newcomb. A superior article. 

Diploma. 
568. Adams & Richardson, Salem. Three Douglass 
Pumps. A good article. 

48. G. L. Newcomb, Salem. One Suction Pump. 

MODELS, &c. 

233. Ebenezer Bailey, Salem. One Miniature Brig. 
Very neatly rigged, and beautifully proportioned in Hull and 
Spars. 

128. Henry L. Read, Salem. One Miniature Ship. 
Neatly rigged. 

280. John Peko, Salem. One Miniature Ship. 

203. Henry A. Torrey, Beverly. One Miniature Brig, 
by a lad only twelve years old. Very good proportions. 

244. D. B. Gardner, Salem. One Glass Ship. 

408. D. H. Johnson, Salem. One Glass Ship. 

407. S. E. Cutts, Salejn. One Glass Ship. 

400. Charles Farnham, Salem. One Miniature Ship. 

751. Joseph Perkins, Salem. A Model of the Pilot 
Boat Effort, by Samuel Lewis, of Salem. A beautiful model, 
and of extra workmanship. The Committee think it will com- 
pete with any other of its class, and take rank No. 1. Diploma. 



J.) 

078. PiPKR &, Li NT, jWwburijport. One Model of a 
Pleasure Boat. An improved model, and merits the approbation 
of the Committee. 

51. Ebenkzer Bl'RMiam, Essex. Two Schooner Models. 
Fine specimens of Xaval Architecture. 

711. PitKKTT & 1j \D D ^ A^cwburyport. One Model of the 
Yacht Excelsior. 

712. Piper & Llwt, Jfeicburyport . One Model of the 
Yacht Alice. The Committee can perceive little or no difference 
in the two preceding models ; both having obtained a high repu- 
tation, as prize boats at the different Regattas. 

142. Piper & Lunt, Js^ewhuryport . Two Schooner 
Models, equally as handsome, and in no respect inferior in work- 
manship, to the two preceding numbers ; but the Committee can 
form a more correct judgment of the sailing qualities of numbers 
711 and 712. 

3G7. James Ruleff, Salem. One Hull of a Ship. Fine- 
ly finished. 

246. HoLDEN & Co., Salem. Two California Bags. An 
ingenious contrivance, answering the double purpose of a Travel- 
ing Bag and Hammock ; very convenient for travellers . 



MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. 



Jacob Hood, Manuel Emilio, 

F. W. Morse, Judges. 

680 and 693. Only Two Piano Fortes were at the Hall, and 
both were made by George Hews, of Boston. One has Six 
Octaves and the other Seven. The former was placed there by 
Mr. B. Lang, of this city, the latter by Mr. Hews, of Boston, 
the Maker. The smaller is valued at $250 — the larger at $500. 



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Attention was given to both instruments, but more particularly to 
the one having Seven Octaves, that being much the best of the 
two. Your Committee regret there were no instruments from 
other manufactories ; had there been, they would have been able 
to judge more accurately and fully, of the comparative merits of 
the one placed there by Mr. Hews. This gentleman called the 
attention of your Committee to a new action, which he considers 
a decided improvement upon the one in common use. 

This new action, called the "American Action," was invented 
by John H. Low, and patented December, 1848. The advan- 
tages claimed over the old are — 1st, '' It will wear longer ;" 2d, 
"th3 liability to get out of order is greatly diminished ; " 3d 
" the strength of tone is much increased at the pleasure of the 
performer;" and, 4th, "the touch is more light, elastic, and 
certain." This action is more simple in its construction ; it ap- 
pears to be a good action; is highly spoken of by several musical 
men, and deserves to have a fair and thorough trial. It was used 
in both Piano Fortes, and your Committee had an opportunity of 
testing some of its claims for preference. The action in the smal- 
ler Piano Forte, was said not to be properly regulated ; this fact 
would account for certain irregularities of touch ; — but the large 
one was well regulated, and, to the touch, was what it claimed to 
be, " exceedingly light, elastic, and certain." But in this respect, 
it could not be perceived that it was any more light, elastic, and 
certain, than was the action in common use, when well made and 
properly regulated. What advantage the new has over the old in 
enabling the performer to increase the tone at pleasure, your 
Committee are unable to decide, not having one of the other kind 
with which to compare. As respects the wearing longer, and 
being less liable to get out of order, that, your Committee think, 
can be decided only by several years of constant use. Upon the 
whole, your Committee think the large instrument to have a sweet, 
even, full and brilliant tone, and deserves to take a place, if not 
among the very first, yet second to but few. Diploma, 

745. D. B. Brooks, Salem. One Seraphine. 

683. D. B. Brooks, Salem. One Melodeon, on Legs. 



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()S2. D. B. Brooks, Salem. One Case containing several 
Accordeons, One Clarionet, Several Six Keyed Silver Mounted 
Rosewood Flutes, Octave Flutes, One Violin, and One Metro- 
nome. All good of their kind. 

807. George Creamer, Saleni. Three Accordeons. 
Handsomelv finished, and without doubt good. 



SILK, COTTON, AND WOOLEN GOODS. 

Robert S. Daniels, Francis Choate, 

Wm. R. Gavett, Judges. 

The Subscribers, appointed as Judges upon Silk, Cotton and 
Woolen Goods which have been exhibited at the Fair, have care- 
fully examined the various specimens of manufactured articles, 
composed of these materials — and report : — 

222, 421 and 427. Cotton Goods from the Naumkeag 
Mills, in Salem. Sheetings, vShirtings, Cotton Flannels and 
Janes, both bleached and unbleached. The stock used, and the 
execution of the' work in the manufacture of these goods, is not 
excelled by any establishment, so far as we know, manufacturing 
similar goods. 

The Bleaching w^as executed at the Danvers Bleachery, and 
we are pleased to state that the style of finish, and clear whiteness 
of the goods, entitle this estabhshment to high commendation. 
Both the manufacture of the goods, and the bleaching of the 
same, we are fully of the opinion, should rank No. 1. We 
therefore award to the Naumkeag Mills, a Silver Medal. 

And to the Danvers Bleachery a Silver Mtdal. 

811. One Piece of Bleached Goods, marked "Douglass 
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Steam Mills;" — and One Piece marked ''Maverick Steam 
Mills," which were fair goods, but they were not of a quality 
to entitle them to any special notice. 

199. From the Atlantic Mills, Lawrence. These were 
specimens of 4, 5 and 6-4 Unbleached Cotton Goods. This Mill 
has but recently commenced operations. The Goods are excel- 
lent articles. The weight and style will at once commend them to 
the public, and it cannot be doubted that they will immediately 
become a favorite article for family use. The above goods we 
rank No. 1, and award a Diploma. 

52. From the Bay State Mills, also located at Lawrence. 
These were beautiful Specimens of that now favorite and 
comfortable article of wearing apparel, AVoolen Long and Square 
Shawls, particularly the Long Shawls. The quality of the wool, 
the execution of the work, and the taste displayed in the variety 
and neatness of the patterns, have given them a celebrity and 
popularity, which has sometime since induced the Ladies to rank 
them No. 1 ; an opinion in which your Committee fully concur, 
and award a Silver Medal, 

176. Henry Pettes & Co., of Boston^ exhibited some 
beautiful Specimens of Tapestry Carpeting, manufactured at the 
RoxBURY Carpet Factories. The coloring and whole 
execution of the work, in the manufacture of these goods was 
superior ; and we consider them some of the finest specimens of 
American manufacture, and entitle the enterprising proprietors 
to the encouragement of the public. No. 1, with the award of a 

Silver Medal. 
173 and 174. Three Ply and Superfine Carpeting, from the 
same establishment, which were fair goods, but not in any way 
superior to the Carpets of other Factories in the country. 

815. Salisbury Manufacturing Company, Salisbury. 
Three Pieces of Silk and Wool Tweeds. These goods, to 
your Committee were a new article of American manufacture. 
They were decidedly handsome goods. The work was well 
done, and the coloring bright, and they must (for various purposes) 
soon become a Aishionable and popular article. 



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769. From the same establishment. Seven Pieces of All 
Wool Cassimeres, or Tweeds. A good substantial article, long 
known and used by the community generally. 

768 and 773. From the same. Six Pieces of Colored Flannels, 
made especially for linings; three of the pieces were tufted or spot- 
ted and all of them were well manufactured, and must be extensive- 
ly used for the purpose for which they were intended. For the 
above goods of the Salisbury Manufacturing Company, we aw^ard 
a Diploma. 

733. Charles Goulding, Fitchburg. Three Pieces of 
Cotton Duck. As there were no other goods of the kind at the 
Fair, we cannot speak of them comparatively, but from what 
information we could obtain, should consider them a fair article. 

753. Specimen of Blankets, manufactured by the Norway 
Plains Company, Rochester^ JV. H. Chase, Motley & 
Mills, Boston^ Agents. They are an excellent article, made 
of very soft Wool, well cleansed, and will without doubt become 
a saleable and popular article. We award a Diploma. 

17. Geo. C. Peirce, of Salem, exhibited some Sheep 
Skin Mats of various colors, and made from skins of different 
qualities ; they are a good and useful article. The coloring 
and work appears to be well done. The Messrs. Peirce are, as 
we understand, the only manufacturers of this article in the State ; 
and their ingenuity and success in this branch of industry, entitle 
them to the encouragement of the public. We award a 

Diploma. 

75. T. P. Merriam, of Providence, R. /., exhibited some 
Wool Mats. The colored mats did not appear to be in any 
respect more than fair goods. The white ones were good, and 
are prepared in a manner different from usual. No alum or salt 
being used in the process of cleansing. They are used for 
various purposes, as a substitute for articles more expensive. 

459. Edward S. Davis, of Lynn, exhibited some Silk Hand- 
kerchiefs. We were informed that Mr. Davis planted the trees, 
raised the cocoons, and had the Handkerchiefs manufactured and 



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printed. This^we believe is a new article of manufacture for 
Essex County, and we are glad that some one has set an example 
of what may be done in the manufacture of silk goods. 

303. Peter Arvedson, of Salem, a blind person, exhibited 
some Hemp Mats of his own manufacture. This article was not 
particularly assigned to us for examination, but as they were 
placed with the w^ool mats, we thought proper to notice them. 
iVIr. Arvedson should be encouraged for his industry in producing 
so useful an article; many w^ould despair under like circumstances, 
but we understand he supports himself by the manufacture of these 
mats. Diploma. 

It is to be regretted that there was not a greater display of the 
Manufactures of Old Essex, especially of Cotton and Woolen 
Goods. Andover and Newburyport, with their numerous and 
extensive Cotton and Woolen Manufacturing Estabhshments, did 
not exhibit a single article. Saugus with her Flannel and Yarn 
Factories, none — and Danvers, with her Carpet and Tweed 
Factories, w^as also deficient. When we consider that Essex 
County produces more than the whole State of South Carolina — 
that her products are more than twenty millions of dollars — and a 
fair share of it in the articles alluded to, — the display was not 
what it should have been. But notwithstanding these adverse 
circumstances, the energy and perseverance of the mechanics of 
Salem, essentially aided by the Ladies, produced one of the 
most beautiful exhibitions ever witnessed in this vicinity. 



CABINET FURNITURE, UPHOLSTERY, &c. 

WiNTHROP Sargent, William Hook, 

Henry Hubon, Judges. 

Upon examining the different articles of Cabinet and Upholstery 
Work, submitted for their inspection, the Committee are happy 
to say, that although the number of articles was small and were 



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not made for exhibition, yet the quality was sucli as to be highly 
creditable to the contributors. 

They consider that such articles of Cabinet and U])holstery 
work, as ai-e designed to be ornamental as well as useful, should 
combine superior workmanship, elegance of design, and symme- 
trical proportions, with a judicious selection of materials. 

They have examined and marked the several articles according 
to their best judgment. 

23. Joseph True, Salem. One ^liniature Screen. 
27. By the same. One Black AValnut Screen. Handsome 
designs, and well executed Specimens of Carving. Diploma. 

393. James Kimball, Salem. Two School Desks and 
Chairs, with Cast Iron Supports. 

397. By the same. Two Mahogany Chairs with Cane Seats, 
and Three Counting Room Chairs with Cane Seats. The School 
Desks and Chairs for durability, convenience, and appearance, 
were considered No. 1 articles. Diploma. 

532. Mark Pit^ian, Salem. One Mahogany Toilet Tablei. 
Very well manufactured. 

472. H. P. Ingalls, Boston. One Refrigerator. A very 
well arranged and convenient article. The hook in the top for 
meat is very convenient. 

G51. Allen & Decker, Manchester. One Rosewood 

One Mahogany French Bedstead. 

One Rosewood Writing Commode with 

One Black Walnut Whatnot, and One 
Occasional Table of Rose AYood. Very good Specimens of 
Cabinet Work. 

649. .loHN Jewett, Salem. One Mahogany Centre Table. 
A very good design, well executed. 

65S. By the same. One Mahogany Toilet Bureau, and 
One Mahogany Toilet Tabic. 



Table. 








655. 


By 


the 


same. 


657. 
Book C; 


By 

ase. 


the 


same. 


718. 


By 


the 


same. 



GG5. By the same. One Refrigerator, Grained in imitation 
of Black Walnut. 

734. By the same. One Black Walnut Whatnot. 

The Bureau and Toilet Table were neatly designed, and very 
good specimens of workmanship. The Refrigerator was well 
manufactured, conveniently arranged, and of very good pattern 
and material. Diploma. 

589. Robert H. Farrant, Salem. Two Window Cur- 
tains and Drapery. Handsome design, and quite ornamental to" 
the Hall ; also, One Spring Bed, and One Hair Mattress, of very 
good workmanship. Diploma. 

525. Nathaniel Silsbee, Jr., Salem. One Black Wal- 
nut Chair Frame. 

529. By the same. One Miniature Screen. Very creditable 
to the mechanical taste and ingenuity of the maker. Diploma. 

590. John Baker & Sons, Hingham- One Show Case 
of Upholstery, including Tassels, Fringes, Gimps, &c. The 
whole was a fine specimen of work, displaying good taste in the 
design and execution. Diploma. 

674. Whipple & Fellows, Salem. One Black Walnut 
Armour or Wardrobe. One Mahogany Toilet Table. One 
Mahogany Commode with Marble Top. One Mahogany Centre 
Table with Marble Top. One Mahogany Card Table, and Two 
Hall Chairs of Oak, Gothic Style. These articles were made of 
well selected materials, handsomely designed and well executed, 
fully sustaining the high reputation of the contributors for mechan- 
ical taste and skill. Silver Medal. 

594. Prime, Kenny & Co., Salem. Specimens of Veneer 
Sawing, very good. Also, Specimens of a new kind of Ma- 
hogany for Curriers' Tables, very hard — which, the Committee 
think, will prove a valuable article for the purpose for which it is 
recommended. Diploma. 

680. George PIews, Boston. One Piano Forte Case of 
Rose Wood. A very beautiful pattern, well manufactured, and 
a highly finished article. Diploma. 



693. Bkx.iamin Lang, Salem. One Piano Forte Case of 
Rose Wood, manutactiirecl by George Hews, of Boston. This 
also was a well manufactured and highly finished article. 

757. Timothy Brooks, Salem. One Table inlaid with a 
variety of woods. 

505. Thomas Brooks, Salem. One Miniature Table. 
Very neat. 

700. James M. Comke, Fitchburg. Two Chairs. 

Diploma. 

75r>. T. Brooks, Sakm. One Chair. 



CARRIAGES, HARNESSES, &c. 

John D. Hunt, Stephen I)anii:ls, 

Daniel C. Manning, Judges. 

The Committee chosen to examine Carriages and Harnesses, 
at the ''First Fxhibition of the Salem Charitable IMechanic As- 
sociation," respectfully submit the following report: — 

537. Eben N. Price, Salem. Chaise Harness of very su- 
perior stock and workmanship. Although it was without competi- 
tion, it will compare favorably with any which we have ever seen 
presented in other cities ; and being an article of great utility, the 
Committee do not hesitate to recommend it as being entitled to 
the highest award. Silver Medal. 

608. H. & F. Smith, Dedham. Carriage Axletrees, of 
good material and well adjusted. An article of the highest 
importance, on which several improvements have been made, 
ensuring greater safety and comfort. Worthy of a Diploma. 

743. T. T. Merrill, JVest Ameshury. Two pairs of 
Chaise Wheels, of the best stock and workmanship, made prin- 
cipally by machinery. The importance of a good wheel is too 
obvious to admit of an argument, and the Committee are of 



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opinion that every encouragement should be extended to those 
engaged in their manufacture, and would recommend a 

Diploma. 

671. G. L. Peabody, Salem. A Miniature Carriage. 

62. James Emerton, Salem. A Miniature Carriage. 

205. J. W. Stocker, Salem. One Miniature Rockaway. 

529. E. N. Price, Salem. Five Travelling Trunks, Two 
Valises, and Six Bags. Good specimens of substantial and neat 
work. 

75S. T. P. Merriam, Providence^ R. I. Specimens of 
Carriage Mats. 

521. H. P. Fairbanks, Boston. One Case of Fine Worst- 
ed Coach Lace. Diploma. 

395. A. Foster, Salem. A Miniature Carriage. 



JEWELRY, FANCY GOODS, LAMPS, GIRANDOLES, &c. 

Gilbert L. Streeter, William Archer, Jr., 

Timothy Ropes, John G. Luscomb, 

Judges. 

The Committee on Jewelry, Fancy Goods, Lamps, &c., have 
examined with proper care the various articles submitted to their 
inspection. The general display of Goods in this department, will 
compare favorably w^ith other portions of the Exhibition, both in 
respect to the quahty and quantity of the articles. Of some kinds, 
however, the variety exhibited was not sufficiently extensive, to 
enable the Committee to make satisfactory comparisons between 
them, and they have, on this account, in indicating the awards 
which are due to the contributors, judged the articles by their 
positive rather than their comparative excellence. 



Of Silver Ware and Jewelry, four cases were exhibited, viz.: 
by Messrs. Brackett, Crosby & Brown, of Boston, Mr. H. B. 
Stanwood, of Boston, Messrs, J. C. & H. Cogswell, and 
Messrs. Smith & Chamberlain, of Salem. The case contribu- 
ted by the first named firm, the Committee are of opinion was 
superior to the others, considering the number and variety of 
articles contained in it, and the workmanship of each piece. All 
the cases however, contained particular articles of merit, which 
the Committee have suitably noticed below. 

Of Fancy Goods, the display was very good, especially in the 
department of ornamental articles. 

Of Lamps, the variety was less extensive than could be desired, 
and most of those which were present, were for exhibition only. 

The following is a detailed account of the Committee's depart- 
ment and their awards : — 

JEWELRY AxND SILVER WARE. 

522. Brackett, Crosby & Brown, Boston. A Case of 
very superior Silver Ware, including Tea Sets, Castors, Flagons, 
&,c. Also, a variety of fine Jewelry, and some specimens of 
delicate Hair Work. The Committee instance the Tea Sets, as 
being of the best style of workmanship, and of great beauty. 

Silver Medal. 

64L H. B. Stanwood, Boston. A Case of rich Silver 
Ware, — Salvers, Flagons, L'rns, Spoons, &c. An elegant 
Flagon in this Case was of the highest finish, and worthy of all 
praise, as a specimen of good work. The Salvers were also well 
executed. Silver Medal. 

625. J. C. & H. Cogswell, Salem. A Case of Silver 
Ware and Jewelry, including Pitchers, Spoons, &c. The 
display was a very good one. In this Case was a small Silver 
Pitcher 200 years old. 

473. Smith & Chamberlain, Sa/em. A Case of .Tewelry, 
including Rings, Pins, Bracelets, &c., and also some small and 
neat Silver Chairs, the whole making a handsome sho,v of 
goods. 



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FANCY GOODS. 

262. Francis Skerry, Salem. A Case of rich Fancy 
Goods for ornament and utility, too numerous to be particularly 
mentioned. It was the handsomest Case of Fancy Goods in the 
Hall. Diploma. 

648. W. & S. B. Ives, Salem. A Case of Fancy Arti- 
cles. 

341. Hiram Andrews, Salem. A Pair of Vases, com- 
posed of 106 different pieces of wood, of native and foreign 
growth, showing the color and grain of the woods, which embrace 
100 kinds. There were two Canes made in the same manner. 
All very curious and handsome. 

647. J. L. Bates and A. S. Jordan, Boston. A Case 
of superior Shell Combs, of a variety of patterns. 

Silver Medal. 

208. Walter, Webb & Co., Meriden, Ct. A display of 
Ivory Combs, of various qualities, sizes and patterns. A fine 
article. Silver Medal. 

616. Miss S. Ditmore, Salem. An Ornamental Screen 
for Lamps, combining both beauty and usefulness. 

524. Miss Needham, Salem. An Ornamental Screen for 
Lamps, similar to the above, and deserving the same remarks. 

696. Miss Lydia Blackler, Marblehead. A very curious, 
neat, and well made Bracelet, constructed of the common Sea 
Weed or Kelp. 

666. A. S. Currier, Springfield. A Watchmaker's Oil 
Box, of Ivory, Glass and Wood. A neat and perfectly finished 
article, the workmanship of which was noticed with especial 
commendation. Also, an Ivory Urn and Chain. 

548. Mrs. M. Bunker, Salem. A Fancy Work Box. 

116. Rebecca D. Dalton, East Boston. Specimens of 
Fruits in wax work, done in an artist like manner by a Miss only 
11 yearc of age. 

293. Miss M. A. Russell, Salem. A Portmanteau, 



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ingeniously coutrived to contain in a small compass, a variety of 
articles of gentleman's dress and toilet. A very convenient 
itrrangement. 

440. Mrs. S. E. Bryant, Salem, aged 72 years. Curiously 
wrought Egg Shells, covered with a colored pith of wood. 

443. Miss Baldwin, Salem. Thread Baskets, displaying 
much ingenuity and industry in the execution. 

406. Miss M. A. Daniels, Salem. A handsomely painted 
Work Box. 

423. Timothy Brooks, Salem. Several articles of Inlaid 
Work, exhihiting much skill and taste in their construction. 

SHELL WORK. 

446 and 453. Mrs. C. L. Newcomb, Salem. Three beau- 
tiful Shell Pyramids, one of them valued at $50. 

664. Georgiana M'Kenzie, Salem. A Shell Pyramid. 

254. A. R. Brooks, Salem. A Pair of Shell Harps. 

346. L. H. Swasey, Salem. A Shell Box. 

399. E. Burrill, Salem. A Shell Vase. 

317. Mrs. Alfred Peabody, Salem. Fancy Shell Work. 
Very fine. 

576. S. W. Copeland, Salem. A Pyramid of Stones. 

345. Dorcas Kimball, Salem. Specimens of Minerals. 

480. Sarah Maloon, Salem. A Shell Pyramid. 

390. Mrs. H. F. Johnson, Salem. A Shell Pyramid. 

330. Mrs. J. L. Marks, Salem. A Shell Pyramid. 

4. Mrs. C. LovETT, Beverly. A Shell Box. Very beau- 
tiful. 

283. Mrs. Connor, Salem. Napoleon Mommient of Shells. 

135. Mrs. .T. D. Bolles, Salem. An elegant Pyramid 
of Shells. 

644. Mrs. Sarah Tufts, Salem. Two Shell Centre Ta- 
bles, a Shell Pyramid, and Two Baskets of Shell. 



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LAMPS, &c. 

640. Henry B. Stanwood, Boston. A rich and elegant 
Chandelier with Porcelain Shades, manufactured by Messrs. 
Hooper, of Boston. Silvei- Medal. 

229. Pearson & Bobbins, Boston. Illuminated Door 
Plates. A good article for rendering the names upon door plates 
distinct and readable in the night. Diploma. 

36. Edward Gustine, Salem. Iron Candelabras, well 
finished. 

384. Salem Iron Foundry. Iron Candelabras. Very 
good quality. Diploma. 

582 and 584. Timothy Bopes, Salem. A display of 
Candelabras, and Britannia Ware, Tea Pots, Lamps, &c. 

484 and 297. S. C. & E. A. Simonds, Salem. A display 
of Astral Lamps, with China and Glass Ware. 

461. Bard & Brothers, Boston. Cases of Gold 
Pens, and Gold and Silver Pen and Pencil Cases, of a superior 
quality. Silver Medal. 

192. J. Thoreau & Co., Concord^ Mass. Drawing 
Pencils of several qualities, well leaded and finished. 

Silver Medal. 

639. A. G. Fay, Concord^ Mass. Drawing Pencils, and 
others of several varieties. Diploma. 

234. F. D. Bhodes, Lynn. Two Cases of Crayons. 

550. Benjamin Edwards, Salem. Several Boxes of 
Tailor's Crayons. 

808. Geo. M. Whipple, Salem. One Box of Chessmen. 

730. George Creamer, Salem. A Case of Fancy 
Goods. Fifty articles. 

729. Edmund Currier, Salem. A Case containing Gold 
and Silver Watches, Gold and Silver Bowed Spectacles, &.c. 
Also, a Regulator Movement of very superior workmanship. 
This was the only specimen of finished clock work in the Hall, 
but decidediv entitled to the first award. Silver Medal. 



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423, Timothy Brooks, Salem. A Fancy Box, Bucket^ 
and a Reel in a bottle. 

777. A. A. Childs, Boston. One Oval Mirror, Gilt Frame. 
For exhibition only. 

69S, Anson Peck, Boston. Four Elastic Dolls. 

675. J. P. Farmer, Salem. Stelographic Pencils. 

679. E. Currier, Salem. A Mantel Time Piece. 



HATS, CAPS, AND FURS, 



William Lamson, Humphrey Cook, 

Samuel Mansfield, Judges. 

The Committee have carefully examined every article submit- 
ted to their inspection. ^Messrs. J. R. Turner, of Charlestown, 
Caleb Webster & Son, ^yilIiam Kimball, and Stephen Osborne, 
of Salem, were the only contributors. 

Mr. Turner's exhibition consisted of Fur and Moleskin Hats, 
Clodi and Glazed Caps, in number twenty articles. 

Messrs. Webster & Sen's, of Moleskin Hats, Cloth and Fur 
Caps, Beaver Hats, Velvet Caps for Children, and Fur CTOods of 
Stone Martin and xlmerican Martin, in number fifty-two articles. 

Mr. Kimball's, of IMoleskin and White Beaver Hats, Cloth 
and Fur Caps, Drab Beaver Hats, Velvet Caps for Children, 
Ladies' Riding Hats, and Fur Goods of Stone Martin, Norway 
Martin, American Sable, Fitch, Siberian Squirrel, Wolf, Seal- 
skin, Dosskin, Swan's-down, and imitation Ermine, in number 
one hundred and two articles. 

Mr. Osborne's, of Moleskin and White Beaver Hats, Cloth, 
Fur, and Glazed Silk Caps and Covers, Drab, Black and 
Blue Beaver Hats, Silk Velvet and Silk Plush Caps for Chil- 



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dreii, Ladies' Riding Hals, and Fur Goods of Russia, Canada^ 
and American Sable, Stone IMartin, Norway Martin, Fitch,. 
Blue Fox, Isabella Bear, Swan's-down, Ermine, imitation 
Ermine, Bear, Tiger, Sealskin, Siberian Squirrel, and White 
Hare's Fur, in number one hundred and forty-four articles. 

Your Committee were pleased to find most of the articles in 
these several contributions well worthy of exhibition, presenting^ 
as they did, specimens of good material, good workmanship, 
good taste, and combining the new styles which fashion and fancy 
are ever dictating. 

As to the question of superiority in many of the specimens, it 
is difficult to decide, so nearly balanced are they in point of 
merit. This remark will apply especially to the hats and caps, 
the material and skill applied in their production being so nearly 
alike. But as it w^ill be necessary, in order to accomplish one of 
the objects of the Association, to make a decision, even where 
the difference is slight, and setting aside many beautiful and rich 
articles which stand alone, we submit the following : — 

HATS. 

746. Stephen Osborne, Salem. Twenty-four Moleskin 
Hats, beautiful finish. No. 1. 

798. By the same. Nine Beaver Hats for Children. Very 
fine articles. No. 1. Two Riding Hats (Ladies'.) 

800. By the same. Children's Plain Fancy Hats. No. 2. 

493. William Kimball, Salem. Eighteen Moleskin 
Hats. Well made. No. 2. 

797. By the same. Children's Plain Fancy Hats. Well 
got up. No. I. 

80L By the same. Nine Beaver Hats for Children. No. 2. 
Two pairs Ladies' Gauntlets. 

789. C. Webster & Son, Salem. Twelve Moleskin 
Hats. Good. No. 3. 

715. J. R. Turner, Charlcstoicn. Four Hats. Well 
made. No. 2. 



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CAPS. 

748. Stephen Osborne, Salem, Eighteen Cloth Caps. 
Good workmanship. No. 1, 

799. By the same. Four Fur Caps. Beautiful artich^. No. 2. 

715. J. R. Turner, Charlestown, Four Glazed Caps. 
Very good. No. 1. Diploma. 

795. Wm. Kimball, Salem, Six Fur Caps. Fine Speci- 
mens. No. 1. 

794. By the same. Fifteen Cloth Caps. No. 2. 
253. C. Webster & Son, Salem. Ten Cloth and Velvet 
Caps. No. 3. 

FURS. 

788. C. Webster & Son, Salem. One Stone Martin 
Muff. A good article. No. 1, Diploma. 

Eighteen Stone JNIartin Skins. 
804. By the same. Six Sable Muffs and Boas. No, 3. 

796. Wm. Kimbai^Lj Salem. Fitch Pelerines. Fine 
articles. No. 1. 

802. By the same. Seven Stone Martin Muffs, Boas, and 
Victorines. Good. No. 2. 

790. By the same. Fifteen Fitch Victorines, Muffs, and 
Boas. No. 2. 

709. By the same. One Siberian Squirrel Robe, Muffs, and 
Boas. No. 2. 

501. By the same. Sixteen Stone Martin, Imperial Martin, 
and American Sable Muffs, Boas, and Victorines. No. 2. 

803. By the same. Sable Muffs, Boas, and Pelerines. 
No. 2. 

479. By the same. Two Fur Seal Coats. Good. No. 2. 

487. By the same. Two Sleigh Robes. Good. No. 2. 

793. By the same. Six Swan's-down Boas and Pelerines. 
Beautiful articles. No. 1. Diploma. 

792. Stephen Osborne, Salem. Fitch Pelerines. Good. 
No. 1. 



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744. By the same. Eleven Fitch Muffs, Boas, and Victor- 
ines. Very good. No. 1. 

749. By the same. Seven Swan's-down Boas, and Peler- 
ines. No. 2. 

791. By the same. Seven Stone Martin Victorines. No. 1. 

750. By the same. One Tiger Fancy Sleigh Robe. No. 1. 

752. By the same. One Seal, and One Otter Coat. Well 
made — good articles. No. 1. 

754. By the same. Eight Sable Cuffs and Gauntlets. 
No. 1. 

805. By the same. American Sable Muffs, Boas, and 
Pelerines. Very fine. No. 1. 

741. By the same. Four Stone Martin Muffs, and Boas to 
match. Very superior. Silver Medal. 

Muffs, Boas, &c., of Russia and Canada Sable, Golden Bear, 
and Blue Fox, very good specimens, were on exhibition, but as 
there were no others of the kind to compare them with, no 
decision could be made. They were from Stephen Osborne, 
of Salem. 

716. John H. Bacon, Medford. Felting, for Jewellers, 
Calico Printers, Polishers, and other purposes. Lamb's Wool 
Wadding, for Ladies' Hoods, Sacks, Quilts, and Gentlemen's 
Overcoats, &c. Very fine specimens, 

758. T. P. Merriam, Providence, R. I. One Sleigh 
Robe. 



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RExlDY-lMADE CLOTHING. 

Daniel Millett, James Ciianey, 

J. S. Perkins, Judges. 

The Committee on Clothing have examined with care the 
various articles exhibited for their inspection and judgment, and 
upon them submit the following report : — 

61. Mrs. Gregory, Marbleheacl. Children's Sacks. 

137. Esther Smith, Lynnfidd^ aged 75 years and 9 
months. One Shirt. Taking into consideration the advanced 
age of the lady, and the excellence of the work, the Committee 
recommend a Diploma. 

195. W. H. Palmer, Salem. One Drab Overcoat, One 
pair of Pantaloons, One Velvet Frock, and Two Suits of Chil- 
dren's Clothing. All cut and trimmed in good style, and exceed- 
ingly well made. The Committee award a Diploma. 

546. Mrs. Butman, Salem, aged 70 years. One Shirt, cut 
in French style, and very perfectly made. Diploma. 

551. Benjamin Edwards, Salem. One Over Sack, One 
pair of Pantaloons, and one Drab Cashmere Vest. The Sack 
and Pantaloons were ^very thoroughly made. The Vest was 
beautifully made. Diploma. 

653. John Frazer, Salem. One Drab Dress Over Sack, 
and one pair Black Pantaloons. These garments were deemed 
of superior workmanship and finish, and highly credita])le to 
the manufacturer. The Committee award a [ Silver Medal. 

721. Cornelius & Lefavour, Salem. One Sack Coat, 
and Two Vests. The Vests were extremely well made. The 
Sack Coat is richly trimmed, well cut, of superior workmanship, 
and an elegant garment. Silver Medal. 

767. Elliott F. Smith, Salem. One Satin Vest, and One 
pair of Pantaloons. The Pantaloons were well made. The 
Vest was richly trimmed, and elegantly made. Diploma. 

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SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, DENTISTRY, &c. 

A. L. Peirson, J. S. Hill, 

William Mack, Judsrcs. 

The Committee on "Surgical Instruments, Dentistry, &c.," 
report that there were no Surgical Instruments exhibited : and 
only a few articles which come within the department assigned to 
them. The following is a hst of all : — 

555. Palmer & Co., Springfield. Palmer's Patent Model 
of an Artificial Leg, of superior construction. Its excellence 
consists in its correct imitation of the motion of the foot and the 
knee. This is effected by means of a steel spring beneath the 
arch of the foot, and an elastic cord to represent the tendo 
AchiUis. The Committee deem it to be worthy of the Medal of 
the Association. Silver JMedal. 

469. J. A. Robinson, Salem. A well finished Set of 
Mineral Teeth, for both jaws, adjusted on a geld plate, to be 
retained in the roof of the mouth, and on the lower jaw, by 
atmospheric pressure. Your Committee assign it the Diploma of 
the Association. Diploma. 

670. T. A. D.FoRSTER, >Sa/em. Artificial Teeth. Neatly 
Modelled. 

624. Gardner Wilson, Keene, JST. H. Spino Abdominal 
Supporters. 

608; Gardner Barton, Salem: A Medicine Chest. 

731. F. G. Cook, J^ewhuryport. Fumigating Cones. A 
disinfecting agent, and corrector of the impure or unhealthy air of 
a sick chamber. 

776. N. C. Fowler, Boston. A Portable Operating Chair 
and Trunk combined. This is an ingeniously contrived travelling 
trunk, which can readily be converted into an operating chair 
for travelling Dentists. Although not an article of "general 
utility," and not being highly finished, as it is entirely the work 
of the proprietor, himself a Dentist, the Committee have thought 
the ingenuity displayed in its construction worthy the Diploma of 
the Association. Diploma. 



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WORSTED WORK, EMBROIDERY, ]M1LLINERY, BEAD WORK, 

Mrs. Sarah Jelly, Mrs. Catherine Jewett, 

Mrs. Lucy G. Ives, Mrs. L. J. Currier, 

Mrs. Naxcy M. Nichols, Mrs. Eliza P. Austin, 
Miss Mary Bigelovv, Judges. 

The Judges of Needle Work, Embroidery, Millinery, Bead 
Work, &c., feel that among so many articles of beautiful design, 
workmanship and finish, it is a very difficult task to select those 
in which the most taste, elegance and utility are combined. 

In some instances there were several articles of the same kind, 
so nearly alike in all essential points, that it was very difficult to 
decide which should have the preference. 

We do not expect to give satisfaction to all ; but we have 
endeavored to be impartial, and if we have not been just to every 
one of the numerous contributors, we hope that the limited time 
allowed us to examine so large a number of truly elegant articles 
will be our excuse. 

W^ORSTED WORK IN FRAMES. 

242. ]\Iiss Mary AnxX Putnam, Salem. One Frame of 
Worsted Work, representing David blessing his son Absalom, as 
recorded in 2d Samuel, xiv chap. 33d verse. "And when he 
had called for ^Absalom, he came to the King, and bowed himself 
on his face to the ground before the King : and the King kissed 
Absalom." Very beautiful. Diploma. 

708. Mrs. Geo. C. Chase, Salem. One Frame of W^ors- 
ted Work. Jacob and Laban, Leah and Rachel. Very hand- 
some. Diploma. 

635. ^liss Harriet Perkins, Salem. One Frame of 
Crewel Work. Trolius and Cressida. A beautiful picture. 

Diploma. 

50. AFrs. G. L. Xewcomb, Salem. One Frame of W^ors- 
ted Work. A Vintage Scene. Very handsome. Diploma. 



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93. Misses H. F. & A. M. Price, Salem. A specimen of 
Worsted Work. A Scripture Scene. Handsomely executed. 

Diploma. 
66. Miss A. F. Nichols, Salem^ aged 11 years. One 
Frame of Crewel AVork. A Mounted Horseman. 

97. Miss Mary E. Hayward, Salem. One Frame of 
Crewel Work. A Mounted Horseman. 

104. Miss Mary E. Harrington, Salem. One Frame 
of Crewel Work. A Mounted Horseman. 

161. Miss M. B. Harrington, Salem. One Frame of 
Crewel Work. A Mounted Horseman. Very handsome. 

The four preceding numbers were alike, large, and very showy. 

302. Miss Price, Salem. A Picture of our Savior. 

458. Miss E. Stimpson, Salem. A Wrought Picture. 
92. Miss L. F. Nichols, Salem. One Frame of Crewel 
Work. A beautifully wTOught picture. 

91. By the same. A Frame of Crewel Work. 

364. Mrs. George T. Blake, Boston. A Specimen of 
Embroidery. A German Kitchen, a very difficult pattern, Lrge 
and very handsome. Diploma. 

179. Frances C. Smith, Salem. One Frame of Crewel 
Work. 

102. Miss Lucy Ann Swasey, Salem. One Frame of 
Crewel Work. 

626. Miss M. E. Felt, Salem. One Wrought Picture. 

619. Gardner Barton, Salem. One Frame of Worsted 
Work. A Sampler wrought 200 years ago. 

197. Catherine E. Hunt, Danvers. One Frame of 
Crewel Work. A fine specimen of Raised Work, beautifully 
wrought. Diploma. 

319. Lydia p. Swasey, Salem. One Frame of Worsted 
Work. 

TABOURETS. 

165. Miss M. N. Harrington, Salem. Two Tabourets. 

637. Miss B. E. Ropes, Salem, One Tabouret. 



519. Miss Harriet Austin, Salem. One Tabouret. Very 
pretty. 

503. iNIrs. L. Elliott, Danvers. One Chair Covering. 

636. Miss Harriet Perkins, Salem. One Tabouret. 
Very handsome. 

9S. Miss Mary E. Hayward, Salem, aged 6 years. Two 
Tabourets. 

82. Miss E. Leonard, Gloucester. One Chair Covering. 
Very beautiful. Diploma. 

475. Miss L. Neal, Salem. One Tabouret, wrought on 
Hair Cloth. 

83. Miss A. Saville, Gloucester. One Chair Covering. 
Very handsome. 

169. Miss C. M. C. May, Salem. One Patchwork Chair 
Covering. 

462. Miss Caroline Jelly, Salem. One Tabouret Cov- 
ing. Pretty. 

435. Miss S. E. Felt, Salem. Two wrought Tabourets. 
Very handsome. 

267. Miss S. E. Turner, Salem. Two Tabourets wrought 
on Hair Cloth. 

392. Miss Maria J. Kimball, Salem. One Tabouret. 
Very pretty. 

257. Mrs. James Chamberlain, Salem. One Ottoman, 
and a Cushion. 

210. Mrs. David Perkins, Salem, aged 79 years. One 
Tabouret. Very handsomely wrought. 

337. Miss Catherine Hill, Salem. One Patchwork 
Seat Cover. 

32. Sarah H. Gustine, Salem. One Tabouret. Beau- 
tifully wrought. 

329. Miss Golderman, Salem, a sick lady. One Tabouret 
Covering. Very handsome. 



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WORSTED CHAIRS. 

114. Miss E. A. Chamberlain, Salem. Specimen of 
Worsted Work. An Easy Chair. Very elegant. 

Silver JMedal. 

402. Miss Caroline Baldwin, Salem. One Chair. 
Very beautiful. 

241. Miss E. W. French, Salem. One Chair. Very 
handsome. 

247. Miss Sarah Bowditch, Salem. One wrought Chair. 
Very fine work. 

153. Miss P. T. Smith, Salem. One Crewel Chair Cov- 
ering. 

315. Mrs. Daniel Lord, Salem. One Chair. 

156. Mrs. T. Brooks, Salem. One Chair. 

379. Mrs. Henry Cook, Danvers. One Chair. Hand- 
some. 

371. Miss M. C. Sawyer, Danvers. One wrought Chair. 

370. Miss H. C. Sawyer, Danvers. One wrought Chair, 
in Raised Work. 

155. Mrs. D. T. Smith, Salem. One Chair, wrought with 
Worsted. 

260. Miss Mary A. Smith, Salem. One wrought Chair. 

540. Mrs. S. D. Kimball, Salem. One Chair. 

657. Mrs. William H. Allen, Manchester. One Chair. 

154. Miss E. S. Smith, Salem. One wrought Chair. 
Very handsome. 

414. Mrs. S. W. Richardson, Salem. One Patchwork 
Chair. 

697. Mrs. Hannah E. Hatch, Salem. One Patchwork 
Chair. 

497. Miss A. L. Chadwick, Salem. A Worsted Chair 
Cover, for Back and Seat; knit in squares and sewed together. 
Very new and handsome. Diploma. 



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684. Mrs. Lvdia F. Knapp, Salem. An Arm Chair, 
stufied by herself, and covered with patcJiwork. Diploma. 

369. iNIrs. J. A. Hay, Salem. Patchwork for Chair Seats. 

324. ]\rrs. J. CiiADWicK, Salem. A Patchwork Chair 
Seat. 

405. L. C. Daniels, Salem. Velvet Patchwork Chair 
Covering. 

118. Miss Mary E. Cutts, Salem. One Patchwork 
Chair. 

620. Miss Freelove Mansfield, Salem. One Barrel 
Arm Chair. 

532. Miss Sarah Ropes, Salem. One Patchwork Cov- 
ered Chair. 

154. Miss E. E. Smith, Salem. One Patchwork Covered 
Chair. 

455. Miss S. S AFFORD, Salem. One Patchwork Covered 
Chair. 

249. Miss Lydia Barton, Salem. One wToiight Chair. 

333. Miss P. Mahon, Ipswich. One wrought Chair. 
332. Miss E. Mahon, Ipswich. One wrought Chair. 
498. Mrs. Dearbon, Salem. Two Chairs, made in 1654. 
331. Mrs. Susan F. Frye, Andover. One wrought Chair. 
138. Miss Hannah C. Adams, Beverly. One Chair. 

456. Mrs. C. E. Griffin, Salem. One Patchwork Chair. 
117. Miss L. P. Cutts, Salem. One Patchwork Chair. 
418. Miss H. E. Glover, Salem. One Patchwork Chair. 

334. Miss Mary A. Russell, Salem. A Small Rocking 
Chair covered with Patchwork, with a Doll in it. 

257. Mrs. James Chamberlain, 'S'aZem. A Stufied Chair, 
made of a keg, and a Sofa Pillow. Very pretty. 

CRICKETS. 
530. Miss A. A. Webster, Salem. Two wrought Crick- 
ets. 



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569. Miss H. A. Shannon, Salem. Two wrought Otto- 
mans. 

84. Martha A. Frye, Salem. Two Cricket Covers 

Diploma. 
528. Miss Maria D. Brown, Salem. Two Crickets. 
300. Miss Laura A. Kenny, Salem. One Ottoman. 
7S. Miss Martha E. Phippen, Salem. One wrought 
Cricket Cover. 

249. Miss Lydia Barton, Salem. One Cricket. 

RUGS. 

387. Mrs. C. Ward, Salem, aged 80 years. One Hearth 
Rug. 

123. Mrs. Hannah Cleaves, Beverly. One Rug. 

Diploma. 

39. Mrs. Elizabeth Raymond, Hopkinton, JV. H. One 
Rug. 

327. Mrs. Susannah Clark, Salem. One Hearth Rug. 

429. Mrs. Lydia Walton, Salem. One Rug. 

335. Miss Naomi P. Gould, Salem. One Rag Rug. 

372. Mrs. Plummer, Danvers. One Rug. 

60. Mrs. Sally Bott, Salem. Three Rugs. Very pretty. 

326. Mrs. Stetson, Salem. One Rug. 

344. Miss Susan Frye, JS^orth Jlndovex. One Rug. 

44. Miss Elizabeth F. Palmer, Salem. One Rag 
Rug. 

26. Mrs. Hannah Bliss, Marblehead, aged 72 years. 
One Rag Rug. 

110. Mrs. Sally Chandler, Salem. One Rag Rug. 

787. Mrs. Dustin, Derrij, J^. H. One Rug. 

100. Mrs. Lucy A. Poole, Salem. One Braided Mat, 
very large. 

623. Miss Lucy Collins, Salem. One Braided Mat. 



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G17. R. P. Watkrs, Beverly. Tluee Arabian Kugs. 
V^ery large and liandsome. 

MILLINERY. 

763. Miss Mary Bigelow, Salem. A beautiful White 
Uncut Velvet Bonnet. Diploma. 

426. Mrs. Morrill & Walker, Salem. A Case contain- 
ing a handsome Pink Satin Bonnet and Flowers. Diploma. 

629. Miss H. King, Boston. One Crotchet Bonnet. Very 
curious, and very handsome. Diploma. 

375. Mrs. J. V. Brown, Salem. A Crotchet Bomiet, made 
by an invalid lady of Portsmouth, N. H. Very pretty. 

295. Miss Abby Chandler, Salem. One White Satin 
Bonnet . 

689. Miss Mary Watson, Salem. One Cap. 
90. Mrs. E. DuNCKLEE, Salem. One Case of Caps. 
Beautiful. 

534. Miss A. Moult ON, Salem. One Bonnet. 

536. Miss J. S. Warner, Salem. One Bonnet. 

QUILTS, PATCH-WORK, TIDIES, LAMP MATS. 

&c. 
182. Mrs. E. K. Merrill, Salem One Patch Quilt. 
482. Mrs. Mary Noble, Salem. One Patch Quilt. 
13. Mrs. Jane F. Case, Marblehead. One Quilt. 

Diploma. 
415. Mrs. Eliza Averill, Salem. One Patch Quih. 
140. Mrs. R. A. Colburn, Salem. One Patch Quilt. 
467. Mrs. Sophia West, Salem. One Patch Quilt. 
294. Miss Abigail Chase, Salem. One Patch Quilt. 
215. Mrs. Mary Kitchens, Salem. One Patch Quilt. 
391. Mrs. L. A. Russell, Salem, One Quilt. 
127. Mrs. Henry Plead, Salem. One Quilt. 
152. Miss E. E. Bradford, Salem. One Quilt. 
110. Mrs. Mary Chandler, Salem. One Quilt. 
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209. Miss Mary Ward, Salem. One Quilt. 
313. Miss Sarah Adams, Salem. One Quilt. 
61. Mrs. J. H. Gregory, Marblehead. One Quilt. 
111. Miss Caroline A. Fellows, Salem. One Quilt. 
34. Mrs. Charlotte M. Emerson, Lowell. One Quilt, 
very handsome. 

24. Mrs. Harriet M. Gilson, Manchester. One Sun 
Flower Quilt. Very handsome. 

318. Mrs. Martha Jewett, Ipswich. One Patch Quih. 

108. Miss Priscilla B. Wallis, Salem. One Quilt, very 
neatly made. 

433. Mrs. J. W. Monroe, Salem. One Quilt. 

428. Mrs. Norwood, Salem. One Quilt. 

120. Miss Eliza E. Cutts, Salem. Rose Patch Work. 
Neatly made. 

650. Miss Mary E. Huse, Salem. One Patch Quih. 

Diploma. 

132. Mrs. Eliza Burr, Salem. One Patch Quilt. Made 
of red and white French Calico, and very handsome. 

224. Mrs. Joseph Hodges, Salem. A Cradle Quilt. Rose 
Patch Work. 

122. Miss Sally Frye, Salem. A Knit Quik. Very 
handsome. 

11. Mrs. Samuel Very, Jun., Salem. A Counterpane, 
eight feet by six, and weighing twelve pounds, knit during a 
voyage across the Atlantic. 

58. Mrs. Olive Dodge, Salem, aged 78 years. A Quilt 
very beautifully knit. 

588. Mrs. Emma Nuaby, Salem. One Knit Quilt. 

89. Lucy Ann Luscomb, Salem., aged 11 years. A Quilt. 
Very well done. 

373. Miss E. Demerrit, Danvers. A White Tufted Quilt. 



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232. Miss LuciNDA Whipple, Salem. A Silk PatcJi Work 
Quilt. Very handsome. Diploma. 

432. Miss Sarah E. Felt, Salem, A Silk Patch Quilt. 
12. Miss Harriet D. Hill, ^ewburyport. A Silk Patch 
Quilt. 

32S. Mrs. Hannah G. Buell, Reading, Two Quilts. 

103. Mrs. Mary Osgood, JSTewbitryportj aged 72 years. 
Two Silk Patch Work Quilts. 

128. Miss Augusta H. Hooper, Salern. One Knit Quilt. 

101. Mrs. Lucr A. Swasey, Salem, A Handsome 
Wrought Music Stool. Diploma, 

714. Mrs. Perkins, Augusta,, Me, A Black Lace Hand- 
kerchief, embroidered with colored silk. Also, A Beautiful Net 
Worsted Tidy, black ground wrought with red. 

299. Miss M. J. Endicott, Salem. A Beautiful Piece of 
Worsted Work. Diploma, 

27. Miss Mary True, Salem, One Screen, beautifully 
wrought on Decker canvass. Diploma, 

514. Mrs. Felton, Salem, One Screen. 

242. Miss M. A. Putnam, Salem, A small Screen, ex- 
quisitely wrought with Chenille. Diploma. 

407. Miss M. A. Brown, Salem, One Fire Screen. 

23. Miss S. S. MuGFORD, Salem, A Screen. Very 
pretty. 

27. Miss Mary True, Salem. A small Screen. 
579. Miss E. C. Whitmore, Salem. One Screen. 
99. Miss Martha Chisholm, Salem. A Screen, well 
wrought. Also, a beautiful Screen, wrought on Decker 
canvass. 

223. Miss Sarah Mugford, Salem. Six Pieces of 
Crotchet Work, for Doylies and Cushion Covers. Exquisitely 
knit. Diploma. 

95. Mrs. S. Dalrymple, Salem^ aged 72 years. A knit 
Window Curtain. Handsome. Diploma. 



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159. Mrs. S. C. Potter, Salem. A White Bull Dress. 
Very showy. 

544. Miss E. King, Salem. Two Roll Ups. 

523. Miss Mary C. Pitman, Salem. A wrought Belt. 
61. Mrs. J. H. Gregory, JMarblehead. Four Pair of 
Hose, and One Pair of Mittens. 

301. Miss H. A. Saunders, Salem. Two Book Marks. 

2S6. Miss Sarah Foster, ^a/e?)i. A Pin Cushion. Neat 
and pretty. 

441. Mrs. Joseph Cloutman, Salem. A Smoking Cap. 

309. Miss N. B. Nason, Salem. A Worsted Basket of 
Flowers. 

86. Mrs. Hannah Hoppin©, Salem. An Infant's Knit 
Shirt. 

227. H. R. Lovett, Beverly. A wrought Basket. 

386. Miss M. F. Haraden, Salem. A Silk Handkercliief 
Bag. Handsomely embroidered. 

289. Mrs. J. A. Kenny, Salem. An Infant's Robe, very 
handsome; and a Flannel Robe. 

755. Miss M. L. Mellas, Salem. Specimen of Flannel 
Embroidery. Splendidly wrought. 

348. Mrs. N. Frothingham, Salem. One beautifully 
wrought Handkerchief. 

153. Miss P. T. S3IITH, Salem. One wrought Handker- 
chief, One Lace Collar, and One Flannel Robe. All beautifully 
and neatly wrought. 

348. Mrs. C. M. Fab ens, Salem. A splendidly wrought 
Handkerchief. 

151. Ann E. Dennis, Beverly. Two Vases of Card 
Board, a Box, and a Watch Case. 

206. Mrs. Hosmer, Salem, aged SO years. Six pair of 
Children's Hose. Beautifully knit. 

238. Miss Louisa Mills, Salem. One Kid Bag. 

417- Mrs. H. B. Remick, Salem. A very pretty Dress. 



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19. Miss Mary Ann TnoMPbON, Salem. One VValcli 
Case. 

28. Miss Elizabeth Bowman, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

30. Miss Lois Kehew, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

55. Miss Lucy R. Wellman, Salem. One pair of wrought 
Slippers, and One pair of Gloves, knit by Mrs. Rogers, a blind 
lady. 

G4. Miss H. F. M. Stiivipson, Salem. Two Fly Cages. 

124. Miss Lucy K. Howe, Salem. One Cushion. 

141. Mrs. Rhoda PluMxMer, »Sa/em. Specimens of Crewel 
Work. 

202. jMiss M. J. Innis, Salem. One pair of wrought 
Slippers. 

307. Miss M. E. Pulsifer, Salem. Two Lamp Mats. 

526. Mrs. Walker, Salem. One Taper Case, and Two 
Birds. 

106. Mrs. S. BoTT, Salem. One Sofa Cushion. Very 
handsome. Diploma. 

218. Miss Lucy A. Lakeman, Salem. One wrought 
Cushion. 

290. Miss L. S. Smith, Salem. One Cushion. 

119. Miss S. F. CuTTs, Salem. One wrought Sofa Pil- 
low. 

380. Miss Frothingham, Danvers. One Cushion. Very 
pretty. 

466. Miss Mary Millett, Salem. One wrought Sofa 
Pillow. 

220. Miss M. R. Kimball, Salem. Two Cushions. 

638. Miss Sarah Ropes, Salem. One Sofa Pillow. 

136. Miss Elizabeth S. Osborne, JDanvers. One wrought 
Sofa Pillow. Beautiful. 

329. Mrs. Dr. Cox, Salem. Two Tabouret Coverings, as 
Specimens of Crewel Work. V>ry beautifully done. 






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170. Miss Mary Jane May, Salem. One wrought Sofa 
Cushion. Very pretty. 

292. Miss C. Stimpson, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
531. Mrs. A. H. Clark, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
78. Miss M. C. Phippen, Salem. Two Lamp Stands. 
311. Miss M. W. BuRBANK, Salem. One Lamp Mat, and 
One Needle Book. 

29. Catherine Phillips, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
236. Miss E. B. Gardner, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
444. Miss C. B. Safford, Salem. One Lamp Mat. Very 
neat. 

42. Miss Henrietta Marsh, Roxbury, One Lamp Mat. 
183. Mrs. E. T. Gould, Salem. Two Lamp Stands. 
35. Mrs. Cath. E. Hutchinson. JV*. Danvers. One Tufted 
Lamp Mat. 

97. Miss M. E. Hayward, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
485. Miss R. T. Fish, Salem. One Tufted Lamp Mat. 
198. Miss Harriet Johnson, Salem. One Lamp Mat, 
and One Watch Case. 

32. Mrs. Sarah H. Gustine, Salem. One Raised Work 
Lamp Mat. Work very beautiful. Diploma. 

21. Miss Mary F. Phelps, Salem. One Wrought Lamp 
Mat. 

189. Mrs. R. Crane, Salem. One Tufted Lamp Mat. 
404. Miss A. Lam SON, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

6. Miss Emmeline M. Bennett, Salem. One Lamp 
Mat, and One Watch Case. 

238. Miss S. W. Burbank, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 
504. Miss Eliza Millet, Salem. One Lamp Mat. Pretty. 
348. Miss M. Bunker, Salem. One Lamp Stand. Beau- 
tiful. 

490. Miss H. D. Buswell, Salem. One Glass Bead 
Lamp Mat. 



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103. Mrs. Osgood, ^yewburyport. One Lamp Mat. 

387. Miss Haraden, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

573. Miss Maria Skerry, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

439. Mrs. Farmer, Salem. One Lamp Mat, and Two 
Lamp Stands. 

94. Miss H. E. Dodge, Salem. One Book Mark. 

180. Miss Lucy A. May, Salem. One Book Mark. 
22. Lucinda W. Larrabee, Salem. One Knit Tidy. 

322. Mrs. Putnam, Salem. Two Beautiful Knit Tidies. 

627. Mrs. Eliza P. Austin, Salem. One Piano Tidy. 

448. Mrs. Haraden, Salem. One Tidy. 

251. Mrs. E. Putnam, >S'a/e)n. One Tidy. Diploma. 

389. Mrs. E. G. Symonds, Salem. One Tidy. 

281. Miss E. Lord, Salem. One Tidy. 

328. Mrs. Winn, Salem. One Tidy. 

256. Miss Sarah Phelps, Salem. One Tidy. 

225. Miss E. M. Hodges, Salem. One Tidy, Wrought 
on Lace. Very fine. 

273. Mrs. Pendergast, Salem. Laundry Work. Very 
fine. We recommend this Lady as a Laundress. 

47. Miss Lucy Phelps, Salem. One Book Mark. Beau- 
tiful. 

376. Miss S. F. Davis, Salem. A Book Mark. 

292. Miss E. Stimpson, Salem. A Very Handsome Co- 
logne Stand. 

88. Miss Mary A. Lam son, Salem. A Beautiful Patch 
Table Cover. Diploma. 

337. Miss Catherine Hill, Salem. A Patchwork Cush- 
ion Cover. 

292. Miss E. Stimpson, Salem. A White Satin Toilet 
Cushion. Very handsome. 

291. Miss L. C. Nichols, Salem. A Blue Satin Toilet 
Cushion. Very handsome. 



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213. Mrs. (Iree.nt.f.af, .S'rt/cm. One Cushion. 

249. Miss L. Neal, Salenu Two Cushions. 

305. Miss Mary Stowers, Salem. A Toilet Cushion. 
Very neat and pretty. 

304. Miss Marston, Salem. A Toilet Cushion. Very 
neat and pretty . 

378. Miss E. K. Staniford, Salem. A Toilet Cushion. 

228. Miss E. Claxon, Beverly. A Toilet Cushion. Beau- 
tifully wrought. 

56. Miss C. M. Sawyer, Danvers. A Wrought Table 
Cover. 

263. Mrs. Rea, Beverly. A Wrought Toilet Case. 

18. Miss Mary E. Beal, Boston. A Wrought Table 
Cover with a knit Pitcher in the centre. 

381. Mrs. M. L. Goodridge, Salem. A Pair of Knit 
Hose, open work. Diploma, 

87. Miss Marc I A P. Lams on, Salem. A Scrap Book. 

476. Miss S. L. Jelly, Salem. A Large Doll, elabo- 
rately dressed. 

421. Miss Margaret Webb, Salem. A Fancy Box. 
125. Miss A. P. CuTTs, Salem. A Book Mark. 

57. Miss E. F. Cleaves, Beverly. A Very Pretty Card 
Basket. 

312. Mrs. Sarah P. Dyer, Salem. A Sampler. 

219. S. H. BuRBANK, Salem. A Lamp Mat. 

264. Miss TowNE, Salem. A Card Case and a Bag. 
499. Mrs. S. E. S. Kimball, Salem. A Sampler. 

266. Miss Sarah Symonds, SaZe?)i. A Carpet Bag. Very 
handsome. Diploma. 

517. Miss M. E. Smith, aged 8 years, Salem. A Sampler. 

450. Mrs. Lydia Briggs, Salem. A Hair Chain, very 
neatly done. 



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55. Miss Lucy B. Wellman, Danvers. Pair of Worsted 
Slippers. 

362. ?Jis?; L. E. Phelps, Sahm. Two Lamp-lighter 

Cases. 

368. Miss S. C. M. M'Cloy, Salem. Three Rabbits. 

369. Miss C. M'Cloy, Salem. One Rabbit. 

374. Miss Ann M. Messervey, iSalem. One Book Mark. 

270. Miss F. A. Henderson, Salem. A Sampler. 

533. I^iiss M. A. Griffin, Salem. A Sampler. 

464. Miss Lydia Archer, Salem. A Sampler. 

570. Mrs. Lame, Salem.. An Elbow Leaner. 

396. Master E. L. Hayward, Salem. Pair of Wrought 
Slippers. 

410. ?>Iiss R. B. Bessom, Salem. A Card Basket. 

43 L Miss M. Webb, Salem. One Needle Book. 

62L Miss Mary T. Goodhue, Salem. Cord and Tassels. 

642. Mrs. .Toiin Colby, Salem. Watch Papers. Beauti- 
fully cut. 

BEAD WORK. 

604. Miss L. Browne, Salem. One Bead Bag. 

609. Miss D. A. Potter, Salem. One Bead Bag. 

442. Miss S. E. Stevens, Salem. One Bead Bag. 

219. Misses A. & A. S. Osgood, Salem. Three Bead 
Bags, and one Bead Purse. Very handsome. 

12L Mrs. CuTTs, Salem. One Bead Bag. 

204. Miss M. T. Barker, Marblehead. One Bead Bag. 
Very beautiful. Diploma. 

276. Mrs. Burrill, Salem. One Bead Bag. 

245. Mrs. H. F. Chapman, Salcm. One Bead Bag. 
254. Miss E. Putnam, Salan. One Bead Ba^. 

277. Mrs. Parsons, Salem. r)ne Read Pursp. 
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221. Miss A. B. Sweetser, Salem. One Bead Purse. 

347. Miss E. HiGBEE, Salem. One Bead Purse. 

359. Miss M. Potter, Salem. One Bead Purse. 

496. Miss A. DiMOND, Salem. One Bead Purse. 

172. Miss D. A. W. Andrews, Salem. One Bead Purse. 

Diploma. 
77. Miss M. A. S. Potter, Salem, aged 7 years. One 
Bead Purse. 

545. Mrs. Lewis Tucker, 70 years old. One Bead Bag. 
Very pretty. 

306. Miss S. A. PuLsiFER, Salem. Two Bead Purses. 

535. Miss Mary A. Davis, Salem. Two Purses, Crot- 
chet work. 

MOSSES, GRASSES, &c. 

547. Miss M. A. Pope, Salem. One frame of woodland 
Moss. Very pretty. 

349. Mr. M. T. Lam son, Salem. Moss Pyramid and 
Grass Boquets. 

156. Miss Abby Osgood, Salem. One frame of pressed 
natural Flowers. 

507. Mrs. Worcester, Salem. A Moss Vase. 

382. Mrs. C. Adams, Salem. Two Moss Vases. 

413. Miss N. Nelson, Salem. One Vase of Flowers. 

474. Miss C. E. Hodgdon, Salem. A Beautiful Moss 
Basket, with crystalized Grasses. Very fine. 

145. Mrs. J. W. x\bbott, Lynn. Three Grass Boquets. 
Superbly arranged. 

246. Mrs. S. A. Thompson, Salem. A Crystalized Vase. 

151. Miss Dennis, Beverly. A Vase and Grasses. 

243. Mrs. E. Valentine, Danvers. A magnificent Vase 
of Grass. 

340. Mrs. D. A. Neal, Salem. Sea Moss. 



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o66. Mrs. S. Fuller, Salem. Moss Basket. 

342. Mrs. H. Andrews, Salem. Two Grass Boquets. 

211. Miss S. Osgood, Salem. Moss Basket. 

610. Miss A. S. Osgood, Salem. Two Frames of Sea 
Moss. 

409. Mrs. J. M. Whittemore, Salem. One Vase of 
Flowers. 

43. Miss E. Marsh, Roxhury. A basket of Flowers. 

442. George Driver, Salem. Four Boquets of natural 
flowers. 

585. Miss Mary C. Pitman, Salem. One Vase of wrought 
Flowers. 

652. George Driver, Salem. A stand of Dahlias. 

652. S. P. Driver, Salem. Four Pots of Coxcombs, 
natural flowers. 

704. Miss M. A. Symonds, Salem. A Vase of wrought 
Flowers. 

717. Mrs. J. J. AsHBY, Salem. Two Cases of Artificial 
Flowers. 

763. Miss M. A. Bigelow, Salem. One Case of Artificial 
Flowers. 

76. John Tyler, Salem, aged 6 years. A basket of 
wrought Flowers. 

16. Mrs. Harriet A. Burbank, J^ewburyport. Two 
Vases of wrought Flowers. 

513. Mrs. M. Felton, Salem. Worsted Dahlias. 
336. Mrs. Norwood, Salem. Two Vases of Flowers. 

90. Mrs. A. H. Hardy, Salem. Case of Artificial 
Flowers. 

506. S. F. Rogers, Salem. A beautiful Pyramid, made 
of Almonds. 

611. By the same. Two Jars of Confectionary. Very 
nice. 



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500. John Simon, Saiem. A great variety of Cake and 
Confectionary. There was a splendid Loaf, richJy and tastefully 
ornamented, which was generously presented by the contributor 
to the Managers ; who, together v/ith the Judges, and others, 
tested its quality and pronounced it to be A No. 1. Diploma. 

706. Samuel Goodwin, aMar6Ze/iea<f. Specimens of Bread, 
Cake, and Pastry. Nice. 

317. Mrs. Alfred Peabody, Salem. A Cabinet of Shells. 

541. By the same. A Paraguay Perba, Cup and Pipe. 

384. Francis Skerry, Jr., Salem. Five Images. 

570. Mrs. Lamb, Salem. One Piano Stool. 

407. Miss M. A. Browne, Salem. A Work Stand. 

416. Miss Ellen Hitchens, Salem. A Toilet Cushion. 

617. Miss M. E. Smith, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

323. Miss A. W. Gardner, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

365. Miss E. Fulliiir, Salem. Two Cotton Dolls. 

383. Miss J. Smith, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

571. E. Skerry, Salem. A Case of Insects. 

329. Miss Susan Mills, Salem. One Palm Leaf Hat. 

545. Mrs. Dean, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

85. Miss Sarah Obear, Salem. Two Lamp Mats. 

279. Miss M. E. Varney, Salem. A Crotchet Purse. 

10. Miss M. A. Dunn, Salem. One Needle Book. 

275. Miss Lord, Salem. Two Book Marks. 

265. Miss Staniford, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

115. Mrs. Mary D. Jackson, Salem. One Knit Tidy. 

272. Mrs. E. A. Holden, Salem. One Lamp Mat. 

580. Miss M'Cloy, Salem. Two Tidies. 

509. Miss Abby Russell, Salem. A Cotton Doll. 

491. Miss Mary Annable, Salem. A Card Receiver. 

216. Miss Mary Ann Edwards, Salem. Four Cards of 
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MlSCELLAxNEOUS ARTICLES. 

John Kusskll, Edmund Smith, 

WiNTHROP Sargent, Joseph True, 

Joseph Shaw, Judges. 

The Committee on "Miscellaneous Articles" having attended 
to the duty assigned them, now offer their report. 

They found submitted to them, for their judgment and opinion, 
a mixture of various kinds of articles of great incongruity to each 
other, and have dealt with each according to the best of their 
judgment. They have expressed an approving notice on many 
articles, but they hardly dare to hope for the approbation of all. 

356. Black Lead Crucibles, or Melting Pots, from the well 
known manufactory of J. Dixon, formerly of this city, now of 
Jersey City. These Pots having been proved, they can be rec- 
ommended to be equal to any that are imported. Diploma. 

8. The same, from the manufactory of D. H. Purin- 
TON, Taunton., JMass. These crucibles are accompanied with a 
recommendation from the U. S. Mint, Philadelphia, as being 
very superior, and also that they do not require annealing, a prop- 
erty claimed as a new discovery by the manufacturer. They are 
of a superior finish, although that may not add to their durabihty. 

Diploma. 

740. Fire Arms, from Chase, Brothers &Co., Boston. 
These are of the size of Carbines, and are loaded at the breech, 
thus dispensing with the use of the rod, and affording great ad- 
vantages in the celerity of loading and firing. Diploma. 

401, 403. Fishing Nets, comprising a variety of very ingeni- 
ous contrivances for piscatory operations, from the large Seine 
Net to the smallest size, to be used on a smaller scale, from the 
Net and Twine INI anufacturing Company, in Boston, \Vm. Stowe, 
Agent. These are very beautiful articles, well deserving of no- 
tice for the superiority of their finish. Diploma. 

742. Hair Gloves and Belts, from E. Johnson, Boston. A 



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well made, but truly a rough article, and appear well adapted for 
the uses to which they are to be applied. 

27S. Specimens of Mustard, J. P, Webber, Beverly, man- 
ufacturer. Diploma. 

310. The same, Stickney & Poor, Boston, manufacturers, 
both of which appeared to be superior articles. Diploma. 

57. Mrs. Dan Weed, Middleton. Five Jars of Pickles. 

316.. Preserved Fruit, from Mrs. John Griffin, Salem, 

310. Pepper Sauce, from Stickney & Poor, Boston. 

502. Vinegar, from the Forest River Lead Factory, 
Salem. Very pure, but sharp enough to spoil the appearance 
of the most crabbed visage. 

The quality of these several articles could be known only by 
their particular application to the several tastes of the Committee, 
which they preferred to avoid, considering them for ''condiment 
and not for nourishment." However, the Committee feel quite 
ready to recommend them to all such as wish to give relish to their 
meat, or gratify a fastidious appetite. 

560, 561. Olive and Marine Soap, the latter forming a lather 
with Salt-water, from T. P. Merriam, Providence, R. I. These 
articles are thought to be superior to anything of the kind yet 
used. Diploma. 

720. An ancient Cottage with its Inhabitants, Domestic Ani- 
mals, and rustic comforts, made by Mary L. Stiles, Danvers. 

350. A Cottage of more modern appearance, by Win slow 
Glover, Salem. 

281. A still more substantial dwelhng, by John Peko, Sa^ 
lem. Thece discover much adaptation and taste. 

723. Spittoons, from T. B. Wood, Boston. MadeatFEN- 
ton's W'orks, East Bennington, Vt. A well made and substan- 
tial article. 

724. Door Plates from J. Osborne Doe, Boston. A use- 
ful and convenient article. 

681. Tin Ware from R. M. Chipman, Salem. A good 
exhibition of skill and workmanship. Diploma. 



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385. Lard Candles and Lard Ornaments from the Factory of 
Smith & Son, Salem. Superior articles, and are set down as 
No. L Diploma. 

383. Shower and Vapor Bath, from William O. Haskell, 
Boston. Appears to be well contrived, and is a useful article. 

112,113. Alum from the Salem Laboratory. Beautiful 
specimens of crystalization, and got up in good taste. 

Diploma. 

SPECIMENS OF FLOUR. 

766. E. Dodge & Co., Salem. One J:iarrel of Flour, man- 
ufactured by Robert P. Dodge, Georgetown, D. C, expressly 
for shipping, from the best quality of wheat. This barrel of Flour 
had been packed eighteen months, was perfectly sweet and sound, 
and was decidedly the best specimen on exhibition. 

Silver Medal. 

578. R. W. Ropes & Co., Salem. Two barrels of Flour. 
"Fancy Rochester" and "Richardson's extra fine," from Gene- 
see wheat. 

738. William Ball, Salem. Two barrels of Genesee 
Flour, and One Sack of Flour from the Shawmut Mills. 

The foregoing specimens of that invaluable article were very fine, 
and should be recommended for family use, instead of the ordinary 
kinds with which our market is supplied. 

694. Indian Meal, from the Mills of Prime, Kenny & Co., 
Salem. As a specimens of the grinding, and the quality of the 
article, it was very superior. 

196. Cigars, from the manufactory of R. Skinner & Son, 
Salem. The Committee felt a difficulty in the way of decision 
on the merits of this article ; four of the five, the number consti- 
tuting the committee, were non-users, and therefore considered 
themselves as not being Judges in the case, notwithstanding 
the Executive Committee had declared them to be such ; — our 
colleague, who could not declare that he did not smoke, appeared 



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to diink that they looked well, and with this decision we left the 
article to be "puffed" by others into whose hands they may 
chance to fall. 

SPECIMENS OF PAINTING AND GPtAINING. 

549. In imitation of Oak, by J. McPherson, Danvers, 
which is well done. 

1S7. In imitation of the same, by R. W. Heywood, Boston, 
which is also considered a good imitation. 

79. In imitation of Rose Wood, by PIenry J. Newman, 
of Andover. This was a door, and was as perfect as such work 
can well be. Diploma. 

261. An Ancient Tea Table, made prior to 1700, but was 
repaired and painted in 1848. The painting is by J. G. Pelt, 
of Salem^ in imitation of I31ock work, representing b'ocks of Oak 
and of Black Walnut, and is so faithful an imitation as to have 
deceived many, who supposed that it was composed of real blocks 
in imitation of ancient Mosaic. It discovers great faithfulness, as 
well as patience, in the artist — such as we trust will recommend 
him for further demands on his talents as a finished workman. 

JJiploma. 

214. The Sign "Mechanics' Fair," by D. & J. Pulsifer, 
which was placed on the centre of the gallery, added much to 
the appearance of the Hall. 

412. Isinglass, from Seth Norwood, Beverly^ pronounced 
by a gentleman that is in constant use of the article, as being very 
good, and who recommends it as such; — that which is imported 
from Russia comes very high in price, which would seem to 
recommend the use of the home made article, where its properties 
are known. 

355 and 360. Adirondac American Cast Steel, from Joseph 
Dixon, Jersey City^ JV*. ,/. This Steel is deserving of especial 
notice, as the consummation of a great national object, rendering 
the country no lono-er dependant on England, for this important 
article. The Cast Steel, from the works of Mr. Dixon, has 



)>ccn pronounced by ani.-.L- m ^;i;jn;j \. iiu nave iiuely used it in 
their establishments, one of which is an extensive machine shop — 
as being superior to any that is imported. Accompanying this 
Steel is an Axe, handsome in form and finish, and also a case of 
Razors, and a Penknife — equal, if not superior, to any that were 
ever exhibited from any of our Stores — which were made from 
the steel from Dixon's w^orks. Also, accompanying these articles, 
is a Plate of Pure Iron, perfectly free fromall mechanical imper- 
fections, and admirably adapted to the use of fine engraving, as 
it admits of being case hardened without injury. 

The Mechanic Association feel themselves under great obliga- 
tions to this distinguished son of Essex, and former fellow 
townsman, for the highly interesting addition to their exhibition 
with which he has favored them, and the Committee think Mr. 
Dixon to be worthy of the highest notice from the Executive 
Committee. 

(See report of tlie Committee on New Inventions, p. 5, where 
a Silver Medal is awarded for the Steel ; also the report of the 
Committee on Cutlery, &c., p. 15 and 16, where a Silver Medal is 
awarded for the Razors and Knife, and a Diploma for the Axe.) 

N. B. The Razors and Penknife of Mr. Dixon, would seem 
to come more appropriately under the notice of the Committee 
on "Mechanics' Tools, Cutlery, &c.," — ^but as the other offer- 
ings of Mr. Dixon were designated for the attention of the 
Committee on Miscellaneous Articles, the Committee thought 
there was a propriety in their noticing Mr. Dixon's cutlery, as 
they were an exhibition of the manner in which his Steel could 
be wrought into the finer articles of use and utility. And here 
the Committee would wish to observe, that after their report was 
made up, one of the most distinguished artists in Salem, on 
examining the Cutlery of Mr. Dixon, pronounced them to be 
''the most elegant articles of the kind that he ever saw." 

37. Babbitt's Shaving Powder. The virtues of this article 
were not known to any one of the Committee, but they think it 
sufficient to state, that the Rev. Mr. Pierpont has pronounced it 
as being "unequalled as a preparation for the razor, to any thing 



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he has found for more than forty years of self-lathering.'''' Also, 
"Babbitt's Cytherian Cream of Soap, expressly for the use of the 
Ladies.'* The Committee are happy to state, that the Cytherian 
Cream was put to the test by the Ladies in attendance in tiie 
Hall, much to their comfort and satisfaction. Silver Medal. 

1. Dadd's Medicines, adapted to the various diseases of 
Animals. These medicines, with their accompaniments, were 
among the first objects brought into the Hall. It cannot be 
supposed that the Committee are familiar with the uses of these 
articles, but whatever has a tendency to alleviate the sufferings of 
that noble animal, the Horse, and of all other animals dependant 
on the care and humanity of man, is highly deserving of attention. 
"The merciful man is merciful to his beast" — in this view the 
Committee cannot but think that resort will be had, to every 
means attainable, to alleviate the sufferings of a favorite beast, 
and that among the elaborate preparations now before them, an 
alleviation or a remedy will be found. A handsomely executed 
Chart of Veterinary Practice, accompanies these Medicines, 
which are from Geo. H: Dadd, M. D., Boston^ and altogether 
form a collection that discovers much practical skill and knowledge 
in the profession ; — the Committee most cordially adopt the hope, 
"that the day is not far distant, when the study of the diseases in 
Horses and Cattle, will claim the attention of scientific minds." 

612. D. & J. PuLsiFER, Salem. Five Painted Carpets. 
Fine Specimens. Diploma. 

427. A. M. & E. M. Chipman, Salem. Nine Specimens 
of Tin Ware. 

430. From the same. Thirteen specimens of Tin Ware. 
Very good. Diploma. 

465. A. R. Brooks, Salem. Specimens of Alum Crystals 
and Vases. 

420. Thomas Dixon, Salem. Very fine specimens of Blue 
Vitriol Crystals. 

659, S. T. Thompson, Salem, R. I. Two Tables for 
calculating Literest. 



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G60. J. .NF. Anderson, JMarhlehead. Specimens of Glue. 
A very good article. 

35. K. G. Herrick, Lynn. One Frame, imitation of 
Egyptian Marble. 

80. H. J. Newman, Andover. Nine specimens. Imita- 
tion of ^Marble, Black Walnut, and Mahogany. 

614. James M'Cartiiy, Salem. One Rolling Pin. 

732. William Phelps & Son, Salem. One Blind for a 
Fire Place, and one for a Grate. 

659. J. W. Cass, Danvers. One Window Sash. 

129. E. S. Griffin, Salem, One Whale Bone Swift. Very 
handsome. 

688. Barry & Bigelow, Boston. Paper Hangings. A 
great variety of specimens, all of which were excellent of their 
kind, made of the best materials, and finished in the' neatest 
manner. Diploma. 

188. Kittredge & Blake, Boston. Two Gauge Wire 
Window Screens. 

96. John Goss, Salem. A Pair of Miniature Brass An- 
dirons. 

135. William Phelps, /S^aZem. A Penetrating Spy Glass. 

457. William Bogle, Boston. One Case of Perfumery, 
Wigs, Top-pieces, &c. Diploma. 

692, Andrew Kitchen, Boston. Three Wigs and Three 
Front-pieces. 

656. Francis Skerry, Jr., Salem. Wigs, Top-pieces 
and Curls. 

705. E. W. Upton, Danvers. Specimens of Glue. Mr. 
Upton's glue deservedly sustains a high reputation. Diploma. 

133. Forest River Mills, Salem. Specimens of Cor- 
roded and Uncorroded Lead. 

502. From the same. Specimens of Ground White Lead. 

Dij)loma. 

194. Badger & Woodward, Waltham. One Case -f 



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'^ Odenweller's German Compound of ^Jagnolia" for preserving 
and beautifying the Hair. 

248. Gardner Barton, Salem. Thirty-six '^ Bottles of 
Cologne. 

146, 147, 149. James Emerton, Salem. One Gallon Bot- 
tle of Cologne, Four Hock Bottles of Cologne, One Gallon 
Bottle of Hair Oil, and Three Dozen Boxes of Tooth Powder. 

728. Salem Laboratory. One Bottle Aqua Fortis, one 
Bottle Oil of Vitroil, and one Bottle of Muriatic Acid. 

565. J. S. Bancroft, Boston. Buckman's ^Patent Bed- 
stead. 

354. Eastern Patent Company, Boston. Sharpe's Pa- 
tent Carbine, and an Umbrella Cane. 

240. Lydia Mills, Salem. A Plan of Salem. 

5. Samuel Baker, Portsmouth^ JV. H. A Centre Guid- 
insi; Sied. 

Mii Charles Phelps, Salem. One Window Blind. 

419. J. A. Clifton, Salem. A Reel in a Bottle. 

527. WiNTHROP Sargent, Salem. A Poultry Feeder. 

811. Remond & Babcock, Salem. Specimens of Hair 
Work. 

2. Ends Stevens, Boston. A Diagram of the Solar 
System. 

539. A. W. Perkins, Salem. A Map. 

786. J. C. Page, Salem. A Draft of a Steam Engine. 




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